As we age, our joints become weak and stiff with less range of motion. While this is inevitable, there are steps you can take to make sure your joints are as healthy as they can be so you can continue doing the things you love. Why do joints get weak? The lubricating fluid (synovial fluid)…
Adjust your posture and alignment while sitting Avoid sitting for long periods of time, as it puts a significant amount of stress on your neck and back, leading to pain. Get up every hour to move around and stretch. Sit in ergonomic chair while working or put a pillow behind your lower back. Put a…
Flowers are blooming, bees are buzzing, birds are chirping and unfortunately, most people are sneezing. It’s that time of the year when everything is in picturesque full bloom, yet for those of us with allergies, it’s difficult to enjoy. It seems like every year the pollen gets worse – leading to runny noses, watery eyes,…
An estimated five percent of adults worldwide suffer from depression, according to the World Health Organization. Depression affects everyone differently and can appear through a variety of symptoms. Anyone can be affected by depression, including your loved ones. Supporting an individual with depression can be challenging. Understanding how they feel and learning about resources available…
If you’ve been suffering with hip pain that affects your daily life, it may be time to consider getting a hip replacement. Before going through with this process, it’s important to consider several factors and do your research. If you’re planning to get a hip replacement, one consideration is which surgical approach is best for…
Fibroids and endometriosis are conditions in the pelvis that require medical attention. However, many women don’t know the difference between the two. While they have similar symptoms, they each will require specific treatment paths. What are they? Uterine fibroids are almost always noncancerous fibrous growths of the uterus. Depending on the patient, some factors can…
Cracking and grinding noises that sometimes occur during neck movement are common. It is usually painless and is not serious. This phenomenon is called crepitus, and can be caused by pressure changes in the joints, ligament or tendon movements near their bony attachments, or arthritic joints grinding together, or gas bubbles collapsing in the joints.…
When you have high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, you are at risk of major health problems. Hypertension is one of the leading causes of heart disease, heart failure, stroke and chronic kidney disease. Those who have hypertension typically lack warning signs or symptoms, making the risk of developing heart issues greater. While you…
Colon polyps are extremely common and are potentially precancerous. Over time, if left unchecked, colon polyps can grow and turn into colon cancer. However, for the most part, colon polyps do not cause symptoms, and therefore screening for colorectal cancer with a colonoscopy is recommended to detect colon polyps at their earliest stages. Colon polyps…
While there are many possible causes of shoulder pain, the most common is a rotator cuff tear. Approximately two million Americans go to the doctor each year for this problem. These injuries can be debilitating and frequently prevent you from sleeping, working, exercising or performing everyday activities. What is the rotator cuff? The rotator cuff…