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5 tips to set up a proper computer workstation
Did you know that seated postures increase pressure in the spine by 50% versus standing? This can be compounded by a slouching posture and can lead to computer workstation back pain. Here are 5 tips to make sure that your computer workstation is set up properly: Have the right chair – The proper chair is the… Continue reading 5 tips to set up a proper computer workstation
Best Type of Pillow for Neck Pain
Have you ever woken up with a stiff neck and wondered if your pillow is causing your neck pain? Well you could be right. Your pillow is very important in maintaining proper neck posture while you sleep. So what are the best types of pillows for neck pain? Pillows are very individual so it is… Continue reading Best Type of Pillow for Neck Pain
Reasons Your Neck Hurts and what to do about it
There are many reasons you neck may hurt and the treatment of neck pain is never the same for everyone. Knowing some of the common cause can help you better treat your neck pain! Degenerative Disk Disease (DDD) – As you get older you will inevitably get degenerative disk disease. Thank gravity for this one. Your… Continue reading Reasons Your Neck Hurts and what to do about it
Is your bed causing your back pain?
With so many causes of back pain, many people forget to look at their bed as a potential source. Considering you are spending about 1/3 of your life on one you should ask the question, is your bed causing your back pain? So how do you evaluate if your bed is contributing to your back… Continue reading Is your bed causing your back pain?
Best Yoga Poses for Back Pain
There are a lot of different exercises that can help with your back pain. Yoga exercises are a great option for people experiencing back pain. The controlled, core-centric movements of yoga not only help strengthen but increase joint flexibility. We often incorporate certain Yoga exercises into our physical therapy programming. Check out these best yoga… Continue reading Best Yoga Poses for Back Pain
Diet can reduce back pain
As they say, “You are what you eat!” What we eat can help us meet many health and fitness goals. So you might think your diet can reduce back pain,and you would be right. Check out these diet tips to help reduce back pain. Stay hydrated – The discs in your spine are primarily made… Continue reading Diet can reduce back pain
Medical treatment versus Back Pain, Who wins that battle?
Physicians have been trying to find a quick, effective way to treat back pain. This has included oral medications, shots, and even surgery. While some of these have provided short term relief, most have not been effective for long term relief. Though Americans spend an estimated $80 billion to $100 billion each year in hopes of easing… Continue reading Medical treatment versus Back Pain, Who wins that battle?
4 tips to prevent Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s can start manifesting itself as early as your 30’s. So following certain lifestyle choices can be instrumental in reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s. Here are 4 key lifestyle tips: EXERCISE REGULARLY, AT A HIGH INTENSITY – Exercise can protect against Alzheimer’s because it not only increases blood flow to the brain, but it loosens… Continue reading 4 tips to prevent Alzheimer’s
Staying fit as you get older
Maintaining quality of life as we get older requires a stronger commitment to diet and exercise. Planning and knowing your limitations are important but staying fit as you get older has this key element to success. Older adults are more likely to stick with a group exercise program if they can do it with people… Continue reading Staying fit as you get older