It has been estimated that almost two million Americans seek medical attention annually for problems with or issues related to the rotator cuff. Although its name may suggest a single part, the rotator cuff is actually a very complicated series of muscles and connecting tendons that enable movement at the shoulder and also keep the…
Aside from bones and organs, most of the body consists of soft tissue, which is comprised of muscles, fat, tendons, ligaments, skin, connective tissue, blood vessels, nerves and more. It’s perhaps not a wonder that the majority of physical injury affects the soft tissues of the body. Because soft tissue encompasses such a large area,…
For many people, treating osteoarthritis comes with one, if not multiple regular medications. These can lead to side effects and other problems that can leave some seeking natural treatment options instead. There are many different types of treatment for osteoarthritis that do not involve medications, and some are therapy based while others are lifestyle based….
Both hot and cold have been used to help people shed unwanted pounds, and although hot sauna weight loss methods are pretty well known, the chilled version is perhaps less so. This is unfortunate because there is a lot of science behind why keeping things cool may be better than warming them up in terms…
Pollen allergies affect millions of people all throughout the year. They cause puffy and itchy eyes, scratchy throats, running noses and even coughs. While the basics about pollen allergies from grasses, trees and weeds are pretty well known, there are some shocking facts that many people overlook that can make staving off, managing and treating…
For many people, allergies start when the snow melts and the trees begin to get their leaves. And, they last until the snow falls again and the trees go bare. This leaves an incredible portion of the year during which many are looking for seasonal allergy relief. Most turn to over the counter products –…
Eczema is an autoimmune/allergy related skin condition that is chronic in nature. Treatment often centers around symptom relief and trigger avoidance. How to cure eczema and relieve symptoms may vary from person to person, and what works for one individual may not work for all individuals. However, most commonly, steroid medications (both topical and oral)…
The knee can be injured in numerous ways, and can be a result of sports activity, lack of physical activity or underlying health condition such as osteoarthritis. The way in which each specific type of injury is treated is different and knee pain treatment as a result of the underlying injury can vary as well….
For people who spend their work days sitting at a computer, or truck drivers who spend many hours on the road, one occupational hazard associated with some of the most common jobs is back discomfort, particularly upper back and neck pain. The question of how to relieve back pain is most commonly answered with medications or massage. However,…
Chronic muscle and joint pain can be caused by a wide variety of things including medical conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis. It can be very mild and only appear under certain circumstances or at certain times of the day; or, it can be severe and interfere with daily activities. There are many options available for joint…