No matter if you work in a warehouse or an office, you are susceptible to workplace injuries. One of the most common types of workplace injuries are back injuries. Back pain can range from mild pain to severe pain and can last only a short time or be a life-long problem. If your back is […]
Neck pain is a very common complaint, especially from people who are constantly standing or looking down. Prolonged standing or bending and looking down puts stress and weight on the spine. Other causes of neck pain can include injury such as whiplash from a car accident, arthritis, or poor posture. The symptoms of neck pain […]
Sleep is an important part of keeping your body healthy, both mentally and physically. If you are not getting enough sleep you are at a higher risk for things like heart disease, obesity, kidney disease, high blood pressure, strokes and diabetes. Check out our list of the worst and best choice for your best night’s […]
In a study from 2011, 22% of Americans felt that they were extremely stressed. Believe it or not stress effects more of your everyday life than you may realize, including not just your emotional health but also your physical health. For patients dealing with chronic pain conditions, rises in stress often mean rises in pain […]
Did you know that the shoes you choose can contribute to pain in the back, knees, hips and feet? Your footwear can change the way you walk and your posture while you move. Here are a few tips we gathered to keep your spine aligned. Tip #1: Get Rid Of The High Heels Walking with […]
Many people are not familiar with workers’ compensation or how the process works when you sustain an injury at work. Workers’ compensation is an insurance your employer is required to have, which helps to reimburse the healthcare costs of employees who are injured at work. For federal employees, the federal government regulates the workers’ compensation […]
Tender knots in muscles that are causing a patient general muscle pain when touched and aching in the area surrounding the knot are referred to as a ‘trigger point.’ If you have ever given a massage you may have noticed that sometimes muscles feel tighter in certain areas, normally where someone is complaining of soreness, […]
Knee pain is a manageable condition that millions of Americans suffer from every day. Finding an Orthopaedic physician is the first step in managing your pain. There are many treatments available to patients, and a physician can help you find out what conditions may be triggering problems and making your knee pain worse. Here are […]
Repetitive motion injuries are one of the most common Workers’ Compensation injuries. Often these injuries happen to those who do factory or assembly line work where they are doing the same thing over and over, or by using a tool that causes vibrations or shaking. Repetitive motions can lead to carpal tunnel, neck, back, foot, […]
Joint pain can affect more than the elderly. Once joint pain starts it is important to do your best to prevent further problems from developing. This blog is dedicated to both those who already are dealing with joint pain, and those who are looking to prevent joint pain from happening in the future. We hope […]
