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elbow hyperextension injury

Elbow hyperextension injury: 9 signs and treatments

[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]The elbow is a hinge joint made up of the humerus, ulna, radius, muscles, tendons and ligaments. It is designed to only bend back...

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Shoulder pain radiating down arm: Causes and treatments

It’s estimated that approximately 18% to 26% of people are affected by shoulder pain at any given time, making it a common pain syndrome to experience. Shoulder pain can be...

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Pinched nerve vs. herniated disc: How to tell the difference

If you’re trying to figure out the cause of your spinal pain, you might frequently see the terms “pinched nerve” or “herniated disc” come up. You may be wondering what...

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Lower leg pain after knee replacement? Here’s why and how to manage it

It’s estimated that around 4 million people in the U.S. have undergone knee replacements. Of this population who receive knee replacements, it’s estimated that 1 in 20 people will experience...

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Shoulder pain and 4 other surprising TMJ symptoms

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder affects up to 12% of people, restricting the jaw joint and its associated muscles. While pain and discomfort in your jaw are the most common symptoms...

how to overcome vertigo while driving

Need to know how to overcome vertigo while driving? A physical therapist can help

Vertigo is a symptom that makes it seem as if the environment around you is moving or spinning. This phenomenon often results in dizziness, feelings of sickness and a loss...

the stiff neck and lower back pain connection

The stiff neck and lower back pain connection

Do you regularly suffer from both a stiff neck and lower back pain? Did you know that the two conditions may be related — whether you’ve endured a direct injury...

front neck muscle pain

Why do I have muscle pain in the front of my neck?

If you have pain around the front of your neck, you may think it’s caused by a sore throat. However, if your pain isn’t accompanied by any other symptoms of...

lupus foot pain

3 important tips for managing lupus foot pain

Lupus is a chronic disease that results in the immune system targeting and damaging its own healthy tissue. It’s estimated that it affects nearly 5 million people across the world....