This time of year brings plenty of changes to normal day-to-day activities. We eat more and move less. But it is possible to stay on…
Spinal nerves send motor, sensory, and autonomic signals between the central nervous system and the body and are part of the peripheral nervous system. They…
Individuals that have experienced a muscle strain, pull, spasm, etc., that has healed can begin to behave overly cautious, avoiding putting full weight on the…
Sciatica Sleep: Poor sleep can leave the body feeling off and unable to function. Not getting the proper amount of sleep can decrease health, decrease…
Volleyball is a dynamic game that requires players to be fast on their feet. Players have to be able to quickly shift into various position/s,…
Calf pain is common in individuals who spend a lot of time on their feet, whether standing at work, school, or training athletes. The calf…
The ankles provide an essential role in total body function. They work as a complex system within the feet to carry the body’s weight and…
Changing positions and posture. Individuals who have to sit at a desk, workstation, or cubicle for most of the day increase their risk of back…
Moving every part of the body freely, without pain or stiffness, is necessary for a high quality of life. As the body ages, it begins…
Muscle spasms also referred to as muscle cramps, are painful contractions and tightening of the muscles. They are common, involuntary, and unpredictable. Temperature drops and…
Kinesthesia is the body’s ability to sense movement, position, action, and location, also known as proprioception. An example is when moving the arm, the brain…
Psoriatic arthritis can develop in individuals who have psoriasis, affecting various joints, especially the knees. Psoriasis is a skin condition that causes skin cells to…
The shoulder is a ball-and-socket joint. The shoulder has several muscles that help it move and allow a wide range of motion. A strain or…
Polymyositis is a disease that causes the body’s muscles to become irritated and inflamed. It can affect the muscles all over the body. The muscles…
There are various causes for achiness or soreness under the shoulder blades. The shoulder blade is the triangular bone that forms the back of the…
Most individuals don’t think about how they walk or whether they are walking with the correct posture. Knowing how to walk with the proper technique…
Relaxing the low back muscles. The low back supports the weight of the upper body and provides mobility. The lumbar spine/low back is a complex…