The best way to fight osteoporosis — which is a condition that causes bones to weaken — is to keep from getting it in the first place. Read on to learn what the risk factors are and what you can do to keep your bones healthy.
Jan 21st, 2021
The best way to fight osteoporosis — which is a condition that causes bones to weaken — is to keep from getting it in the first place. Read on to learn what the risk factors are and what you can do to keep your bones healthy.
Do your feet fall asleep even when you don’t sit in a weird position? Have you suffered a burn that didn’t hurt as much as you thought it would? These things can happen with peripheral neuropathy, a condition that interferes with bodily signals.
You may have heard the term “radiofrequency ablation” and wondered what it was. Radiofrequency ablation is a safe treatment that can reduce or eliminate chronic pain. Read on to learn more.
A compression fracture is a unique type of bone damage to the spine that can lead to pain and even a reduction in height. If you’re dealing with back pain and also think you may be getting shorter, you need to have your spine examined.
We all frowned when someone in authority told us to sit up straight as kids. As adults, many of us are paying the price for the lack of attention we paid to our posture. Read on to learn how a poor posture can develop and the problems it can cause.
If you feel pins and needles in your arms and legs even when they don’t “fall asleep,” you may be experiencing the symptoms of nerve damage. That’s just one early sign. Read on to learn some of the other signs.
Do you feel a sharp pain that shoots from your hips to your legs, or perhaps a dull ache in your lower back that never seems to go away? These are both signs of potential sacroiliac joint problems. Read on to learn more.
Many people know they should get an adequate amount of vitamin D, but not many people know why that is. Read on to learn about vitamin D’s health functions, including how it helps support healthy bones.
Arthritis flare-ups are enough to make some people with arthritis avoid travel entirely. But people with arthritis deserve vacations, too! To lessen the potential for pain when you travel, try these five tips.
Back pain can really cramp your style — literally and figuratively. If you’ve been dealing with back pain, you may find yourself surprised to learn that simple lifestyle changes can improve your symptoms.
Are you searching for relief from chronic pain with no success? If so, radiofrequency nerve ablation may be able to help. This revolutionary treatment interrupts the pain signals sent from problematic nerves. Read on to learn more.
Do you have pain, numbness, or weakness along your sciatic nerve? While you may conclude that sciatica is the reason, it may not be. Piriformis syndrome can mimic the condition. Read on to learn what piriformis syndrome is and how it can be treated.
Are you at risk of developing osteoporosis? Learn five simple lifestyle changes you can make to help reduce your risk of developing osteoporosis.
Diabetes affects millions of Americans. One of its most common effects is peripheral neuropathy. Learn more about this form of nerve damage, how to prevent it, and how to treat it.
Osteoporosis does pick favorites. Of the 10 million people who suffer from the bone loss condition, 80% are women. Find out why this is true and what you can do about it.
While pain is a normal part of life, chronic back pain is decidedly not normal. Learn what may be causing your pain and how to treat it.
If you’re carrying more than a few extra pounds and have achy joints, you may have wondered if there’s a connection, as well as which came first, your weight gain or your arthritis pain and stiffness? Read on and find out more.
Feel that shooting pain in the back of your leg? The best way to minimize that kind of sciatica pain and prevent it from occurring again is to make several sustainable lifestyle changes. Here’s how to start the process.
If you suffer from chronic pain in one or both knees, viscosupplementation may provide relief. But how effective is this treatment for remedying chronic knee pain? We’ve put together the information you need to make an informed choice.
Osteoporosis doesn’t have to keep you from enjoying the things you love. On the contrary, getting up and out might be the best way to combat your osteoporosis. Check out our list of the best ways to prevent your osteoporosis from worsening.
When you have chronic back pain, it can be hard to find relief that works. An epidural steroid injection can provide pain relief for up to a year. But is it right for you? We’re here to explain this popular pain management technique.
Kyphoplasty is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that can help reduce the pain of spinal compression fractures. Read on to learn more about the procedure and to see if you're a good candidate.