A nerve becomes pinched/compressed when added pressure is placed on it by surrounding structures that can include muscles, bones, ligaments, tendons, or a combination. This injures and damages the nerve… Read More
Introduction Many people experience neck and back pain due to various factors that affect their daily routine. These pain conditions are common and can be caused by repetitive motions that impact the surrounding muscles,… Read More
When looking at an anatomical poster/image of the human body, there are all kinds of muscles connected and overlapping, but when we go to feel around those areas, especially when… Read More
Pickleball is a growing, increasingly popular sport that can be enjoyed by individuals of every age and fitness level. It combines elements of tennis and badminton at a slightly slower… Read More
Sitting at a desk or standing at a workstation in the same position for hours at a time every day or night can strain the body's neuromusculoskeletal system. This causes… Read More
Walking is a great physical exercise activity that requires endurance. When walking for two hours or more, refueling energy stores can be done with portable walking energy snacks. These are… Read More
Overexertion and repetitive stress injuries make up a fourth of all work injuries. Repetitive pulling, lifting, punching in numbers, typing, pushing, holding, carrying, and scanning are the most common causes of… Read More
Before the body can benefit from consumed nutrients, the gastrointestinal tract has to digest and absorb the foods. Before eating, the body needs to feel hungry. However, hunger is not… Read More
Individuals can become overly passionate about exercising. However, constantly training the body without taking enough time to rest and recover can impact athletes and fitness enthusiasts physically and mentally and… Read More
Introduction Back pain is widespread and can negatively impact an individual's work productivity. The severity and location of where the pain can vary from acute to chronic, making it a complex… Read More
Joints are the musculoskeletal areas where two bones connect. The joints have soft tissues around them, like cartilage, tendons, and ligaments. Cartilage is the flexible tissue that covers the ends… Read More
Introduction The human body has various muscle groups, tendons, ligaments, and spinal structures that allow mobility, standing upright, and performing daily activities without discomfort. The spinal column is divided into three… Read More
General health, diet, exercise, and lifestyle are important, but the importance of the spinal structure is often forgotten. The spine, or backbone, is the body's central support structure that holds… Read More
Lying down on the couch or bed when the lower leg seizes with intense sensations and pain that doesn’t stop, and the muscle could be hard to the touch. When… Read More
Watermelon, one of the summer's main fruits, is low in calories and rich in water. It provides an excellent source of vitamins A and C and lycopene and is less… Read More