Wondering what could be causing your neck pain and how to get this symptom under control? From strains to spondylosis and stretches to ergonomics, we’ve gone over the most common causes of neck pain and the best ways to manage it.   Common causes of neck pain  Pinched nerve: when a nerve in the neck is compressed, it can cause pain,...

Thinking of getting into yoga? It’s a great way to relieve back pain and muscle tension and build strength and flexibility. But for beginners, some classes and poses can be a bit intimidating. And if you’re completely new to the practice, finding a good place to start can be hard. So, here are our yoga tips for beginners.    Take...

Are you hoping to find out what’s causing your hip pain or looking for a way to relieve it? This article is for you! We’ve outlined the common causes of painful hips, from tendonitis to dysplasia and how to manage painful symptoms.  Common causes of hip pain Tendonitis iliopsoas tendonitis affects the tendons of the hip flexors. These tendons and...

The holidays are coming, and with them, long hours of baking, packing picnics, decorating cookies, and more. Hence, wrist arthritis can make the holiday season a dreaded time. Luckily, there are ways to manage wrist arthritis while cooking. From the best appliances to mobility exercises, here’s how to keep arthritis symptoms in check in the kitchen. Anatomy of wrist arthritis ...

Anterior Cruciate ligament Injuries are very common and quite hard to heal. Surgical reconstruction has been the go-to method for piecing a partially or completely ruptured ACL together. However, due to recent advancements in research and bracing technology, it is possible for an ACL injury to heal without surgery, given the right circumstances. Let’s get into it. Anatomy of an ACL tear...

Physical disabilities come in many forms, from visible to invisible, from healable to chronic. But while they aren’t often easy to manage or live with, wearing supports can make day-to-day life a little easier. From reducing pain to improving muscle function, here’s how Bauerfeind supports can help.  What disabilities are braces suitable for? Braces are designed for physical disabilities resulting...

House cleaning is a constant (and essential) part of life. But, unfortunately, the repetitive and physically demanding activity can take a toll on your knees, back, and even elbows - and the effects aren’t limited to those pre-existing conditions or joint injuries. So, to keep your joints happy and healthy, here’s our guide to pain-free cleaning. Warm-up  As with gardening, house...

Are you getting elbow pains while gardening? It could be a case of Gardener’s Elbow - tendonitis that creeps up after a long day of trimming, digging, and weeding. The bad news is that elbow tendonitis can make gardening difficult (and even stop you from doing the activity altogether) if you leave it unaddressed. But the good news is there...