How to Stand up Safely with Knee Pain

How to Stand up Safely with Knee Pain

How to Stand up Safely with Knee Pain Do you experience knee pain when kneeling or crouching down? It can be a real burden when playing with the grandkids or retrieving a dropped item from the floor. If you’re like many, the pain can make it difficult to stand up from...
Knee Pain: Life With a Degenerative Meniscus Tear

Knee Pain: Life With a Degenerative Meniscus Tear

Knee Pain: Life With a Degenerative Meniscus Tear Knee pain is one of the most common ailments we see in our clinics. When asked about how their pain starts, many patients respond, “I am not sure, it just seemed to start out of nowhere and progressively get worse.”...
3 Stretches to Ease Night Leg Cramps

3 Stretches to Ease Night Leg Cramps

3 Stretches to Ease Night Leg Cramps One minute you’re sleeping peacefully. The next, you’re wide awake and bouncing around in pain from a night leg cramp. Sound familiar? You’re not alone if you experience night leg cramps or a tight, knotted feeling in your...
The Recovery Time for a Lumbar Disc Herniation

The Recovery Time for a Lumbar Disc Herniation

The Recovery Time for a Lumbar Disc Herniation Do you struggle with low back pain? If so, the following story may sound all too familiar. Recently, I had a patient, Matt, come into my office — hunched over in pain from spending the weekend bent over in his garden....
Proper Hydration: What You Should Know

Proper Hydration: What You Should Know

Proper Hydration: What You Should Know Are you staying properly hydrated when you run? As a runner, you’re well aware of the importance of training, proper footwear, and nutrition. However, one critical aspect that’s often overlooked is hydration and electrolyte...