Athletic pubalgia, also known as a hockey hernia, hockey groin, Gilmore's Groin, sports hernia, or groin disruption, is a health issue of the pubic joint. It is a condition characterized by chronic groin pain in athletes and identified by a dilated ring of the inguinal canal. Soccer and ice hockey players are the athletes most commonly affected by athletic pubalgia, and both… Read More
The rectus femoris muscle attaches to the pelvis and just below the knee as it is one of four muscles found at the front part of the thigh. It functions by extending the knee and flexing the hip. The rectus femoris muscle is made up of fibers which adapt to quick action. Rectus femoris muscle strain is caused by forceful movements,… Read More
Sleeping. New parents chase it, Type A personalities fight it, but everyone needs it. The thing is, most people don’t get enough of it. According to the National Sleep Foundation, 45 percent of adults in the United States report that in a seven day period lack of sleep affected their daily activities. Sleep quantity is not as much of a… Read More
Metastatic Bone Disease (aka Mets) or "Secondaries." Are the most common malignant bone neoplasms affecting the spine, aka spinal neoplasms (>70%) and the rest of the skeleton in adults. 5-Primaries are m/c involved:Breast (16-37%)Lung (12-15%)Thyroid (4%)Renal (3-6%)Prostate (9-15%)Spine, pelvis, proximal femurs & proximal humeri are m/c affected in that particular order of frequencyThoracic & upper Lumbar spine considered the m/c… Read More
The hip is commonly described as a "ball-and-socket" type joint. In a healthy hip, the ball at the top end of the thighbone, or femur, should fit firmly into the socket, which is part of the large pelvis bone. In babies and children with developmental dysplasia, or dislocation, of the hip, abbreviated as DDH, the hip joint may not have… Read More
Hip pain is a well-known health issue which can be caused by a wide array of problems, however, the site of the patient's hip pain can provide valuable information regarding the underlying cause of this common health issue. Pain on the inside of the hip or groin can be due to problems within the hip joint itself while pain on… Read More
The workstation is one of the most damaging places you can spend your day when it comes to your spine. Office chairs are not designed to promote good posture or spinal health while desks and computer monitors are notorious for being too low or too high. The result can cause pain in your neck and back, headaches, and a variety… Read More
Every new parent has experienced a fussy baby with colic – some more often than others. It is always the same, though, an inconsolable baby and frustrated, frazzled parents who only want to comfort their child but can’t. It hurts to know that your baby is uncomfortable, or worse, in pain, and there is nothing you can do about it.… Read More
Achondroplasia is a genetic disorder that leads to dwarfism. In those with the condition, the legs and arms are short, while the chest is generally of regular length. Those affected have an average adult height of 131 centimetres (4 ft 4 in) for males and 123 centimetres (4 feet ) for females. Other features include a prominent forehead and an… Read More
There is no denying that water is an integral part of good health. Dehydration can cause problems with skin, digestion, and organ function. It can cause leg and foot cramps and impair cognitive processes. Staying well hydrated is vital to overall wellness. Because water is part of every cell in the body, and when we don’t drink enough water, the… Read More
Yoga has long been touted as a healing activity that extends beyond its known fitness benefits. It can help alleviate depression, relieve stress, and decrease anxiety as well as tighten and tone the body. A 2016 study by Yoga Alliance and Yoga Journal shows that the more than 20 million people who practice yoga spend more than $10 billion on… Read More
Spondylolisthesis develops when the vertebrae of the spine shift forward over the vertebrae beneath it. Spondylolisthesis can be categorized as: congenital spondylolisthesis, meaning the disorder is present at birth; isthmic spondylolisthesis, meaning a defect occurred in a supportive vertebral structure of the spine; and degenerative spondylolisthesis, meaning it's associated with degenerative disc disease, or DDD, where the intervertebral discs lose… Read More
Everyone knows that exercise is great for overall wellness, better health, and a healthy body. Many chiropractors will often recommend regular exercise to their patients who need to lose weight, want better mobility, or are seeking relief from depression. Some chiropractors are turning to Pilates to help their patients get stronger, more flexible, and more mobile. What is Pilates? In… Read More
Scoliosis is a condition in which the backbone of an individual is diagnosed with an abnormal curve. The natural curvature of the backbone is usually "S" shaped when viewed laterally, or by the side, and it ought to look straight when viewed from the front or rear. While it stays the same in several cases, the curvature of the spine… Read More
If you’ve spent a while in the fitness section of the internet or in the gym, you might think you’ve seen everything there is to see about muscle-building. What you probably haven’t seen are the real cutting-edge secrets to building the most muscle possible. That’s what this article is about: advice on building muscle that you won’t see on the cover of… Read More
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