Neck pain is a common injury that affects almost every individual at least once in their lifetime. Due to its location, neck pain can bring along additional issues such as headaches, stiffness, or difficulty moving your head. That’s why it’s important to seek treatment early on.What does neck pain feel like?Some people describe neck pain as …
Managing shoulder pain disorders can be a challenge, but it doesn’t have to be! A recent research review studied the current evidence on the effect of exercise programs on the shoulder pain of elite swimmers.*The results showed strong evidence for the effectiveness of exercise in treating shoulder pain.The results from various included studies showed;1. Less incidence of shoulder pain …
Have you ever heard someone say,“Stop running or you’ll wear your knees out!” We hear this idea from our clients all the time.The thing is current scientific evidence consistently shows there is no association between walking, running and common recreational sports and the progression of knee osteoarthritis.So we don’t believe running will “wear out” your knees.Other risk factors like …
If you’ve been dealing with persistent neck pain, you’re not alone. Whether it’s from long hours at a desk, an old injury, or just the daily stresses of life, chronic neck pain can be frustrating and limiting. But what if we told you there’s a way to take control of your pain and build resilience? …
Although many of us can struggle with sleep from time to time, were you aware that poor sleep is positively associated with an increased likeliness of muscle pain?The modern way of life with consistent stress related to work, finance, social issues, and an “increasing use of smartphones” may be contributing to increased health problems via sleep-related problems.Sleep-related problems include …
DOMS stands for Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness and is muscle pain you can experience typically a day or two after a workout. The soreness is usually at its worst 24 to 48 hours after exercise, however, it can linger for as long as 3 to 5 days.DOMS is the result of multiple microscopic tears in your muscle fibres …
‘Text Neck’ is a term used to describe the pain that is a result of constantly looking down at our handheld technological devices. Excessively straining our necks in the incorrect position can often result in headaches, reduced range of motion, muscle strain, postural changes, and neck or back pain. We may think this doesn’t apply …
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What Is Static Stretching?Static stretching is a form of stretching that deliberately lengthens a particular muscle or tendon in order to improve that muscle’s elasticity and muscle tone. It allows individuals to feel an increase in muscle control, flexibility, and range of motion.But how much stretching is needed to get results and effectively lengthen our muscles?Recently, a …
Moving our bodies as little as a 30-minute walk a day can release our endorphins and there’s no better way to start our day than with a clear, positive mind. Walking 30 minutes a day or running for 30-minutes three times a week can strengthen our bones and muscles, reduce stress, improve heart and lung …
Are you wondering if your injury will ever get better by itself? We hear this comment in the clinic all the time.Recent research shows that early intervention is vital.Jorven et al, (2000) conducted a study on two groups of people who had sustained a muscle injury recently. One group commenced treatment immediately while the other …
