Most runners know that quick application of ice following an athletic injury helps reduce inflammation. If you stop inflammation early, you don't have to deal with it later. Follow these steps for proper recovery.
Hand injuries can make it difficult to perform many different activities in your daily life. They can make it hard to work, to enjoy recreation and even to do the most basic tasks like tying your shoes. You may have sustained a traumatic hand injury in an accidentRead More >
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An injury to a flexor tendon is basically an injury to your muscle. The flexor muscles are the muscles that allow you to bend your fingers. These muscles are able to move your fingers through tendons.
RICE is a simple, at-home treatment for sprains and strains. Learn how rest, ice, elevation, and compression can help you reduce pain and recover more quickly.
Tips to prevent back injuries, back strain, lifting and back belt signs,
If you have an injury such as an arthritic shoulder, low back pain, knee pain, or some other physical or medical limitation; do not stop being physically active or engaging in regular exercise. The key is understanding how to work around your limitations; once you understand how, exercise can be one of your biggest advocates
There's nothing like some satisfying soreness...as long as it's really just that.
What's the proper technique for shoveling snow? A physical therapist offers specific tips for protecting your back while you dig out this winter.