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Are Your Hips Killing Your Back?

Are you like many people, with an aching back at the end of the day or worried about lifting an object due to your back going out? You are not alone! Over 80% of the population will suffer back pain at one time or another in their life according to CDC data. It is the

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Kathy ShirkyApril 19, 2018
Arthritis Pain

Natural Ways to Relieve Arthritis Pain

Do you find your knees or hips hurting after sitting for too long? Has bending or squatting become difficult or even painful? This is a common complaint of people with knee or hip osteoarthritis. Did you know that the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) says that 1 out of every 2 people will have symptoms

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Bruce CravenApril 10, 2018
back pain

9 Tips for avoiding back pain

Is a sore back interfering with your life? You are not alone! Nearly four out of five people experience back pain at some point in their lifetime. Back pain takes various forms, from a persistent dull ache to sudden sharp pain, and has many causes. Sometimes it results from a sprain, fracture, or other accidental

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Bruce CravenMarch 27, 2018
Back and Neck Pain

6 Steps to Relieve Back and Neck Pain

Do you suffer from aching back pain, nagging neck pain or headaches? Having a healthy spine can prevent these types of problems. Your spine is a complicated structure of vertebrae, discs, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles and nerves. Every second of every day your spine is moving in a delicate balance, even while you breathe! Take

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Bruce CravenMarch 20, 2018
Nutrition

4 Nutrition Tips for Staying Active Outside

Try these nutrition tips to stay energized for physical activity outside: 1. Never Leave Your House Without Peanut Butter and a Banana. The banana gives you some volume and fills you up, and the peanut butter’s fat and protein keep you that way. 2. Look to Plants for Protein. There’s plenty of protein found in

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Kathy ShirkyMarch 15, 2018
Golf Injuries

3 Simple Ways to Prevent Golf Injuries

Nothing ruins a perfectly good day on the greens like an unexpected injury: Play it safe with these tips! Despite being a low-impact sport, golf is associated with a significant number of injuries. Many golfing-related injuries are a result of poor mechanics or overuse. The most commonly injured area is the lower back, followed by

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Bruce CravenMarch 15, 2018
injury prevention

6 Gardening Tips to Prevent Injuries

Common gardening activities, such as digging, planting, weeding, mulching, and raking can cause stress and strain on muscles and joints. This is especially true for senior citizens and people who are normally sedentary. Different body areas such as the shoulders, neck, back, and knees can be vulnerable to injury during gardening. The following tips can

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Kathy ShirkyMarch 15, 2018
Shoulder Pain

Is Your Shoulder Pain Coming From the Rotator Cuff?

Have you ever felt a twinge in your shoulder when lifting something, or do you suffer from an aching shoulder at the end of the day? This could be a sign that your rotator cuff is weak and irritated. Various studies* show that 20% of people with shoulder pain after age 32 have a rotator

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Bruce CravenMarch 10, 2018
Plantar Fasciitis

Safely Run with Plantar Fasciitis

When you’re already active or trying to lose weight, should heel pain put an automatic halt to your running? If you are an experienced runner and have a bout of plantar fasciitis, it is smart to take a few days off before resuming your running. Focus on stretching your feet a few times a day,

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Bruce CravenFebruary 21, 2018