Back pain can truly hinder you from getting a good night’s sleep. You try so hard to find a position that makes you comfortable, but every position just seems to make the pain even worse. Adding insult to injury, not getting enough sleep can worsen your back pain. This is because a lack of sleep…
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When to See a Doctor for Shoulder Pain
There are a number of injuries and disorders that can affect the shoulder resulting in pain and limited function. If you have a shoulder problem that is causing you pain or preventing you from carrying out your normal day-to-day activities, then it may be time to visit an orthopedic doctor. The three main bones which…
How to Prevent Summer Sports Injuries
The warm, bright summer months will always motivate people to get out of their houses and engage in sports and other activities. The balmy weather turns many people from couch potatoes into physically active individuals – and this invites summertime injuries. People who are out of shape from the winter doldrums are suddenly running, swimming,…
Common Neck Injuries in Sports
Your neck is a complex structure, not only having to hold and move your head – which is quite heavy! – but also supporting the top of your spine and spinal cord. Although your neck is strong and flexible, it can be vulnerable to injury during certain activities, particularly sports such as football, hockey, and…
Firm or Soft Pillows for Your Neck
For those of us who love a good pillow when we sleep, the thought of sleeping without one is almost incomprehensible. Yet many of us aren’t using the right pillow, and the result is often neck pain. Firm or soft? Down or foam? Here is some pillow talk so your pillows won’t give you a…