Category Archives: Joint Health

There is no denying the association between weight and joint pain. The heavier you are, the more pressure there is on your joints, particularly in the lower body. People with existing musculoskeletal disorders, like arthritis, feel it even worse. It’s a tricky relationship. There is plenty of data to suggest that moving more, which will ...click here to read more

It’s nearly impossible to avoid sitting for extended periods under current stay-at-home orders. Even if you’re getting out for regular exercise, you’re almost certainly sitting more than you have in a long time. And it could be leading to neck pain. Performing mundane everyday tasks like reading, chatting on the phone, or looking at your ...click here to read more

Many people who are at a high risk for knee arthritis may be more reluctant to participate in strenuous exercise as they feel it could make the condition worse. But a new study by Northwestern Medicine has found that vigorous exercise does not increase the risk of developing osteoarthritis OA and may even help to ...click here to read more

There are plenty of similarities and differences between Americans and Canadians. Perhaps the most striking difference I’ve noticed is that while Canadians tend to remove their shoes indoors, Americans do not. Who knows why. Feet and footwear, outside of style, are often easily overlooked. But your feet are “the gateway to mobility” and need to ...click here to read more

When joint pain hits the hands, it makes the simplest things a major challenge. Changing the channel on the television, gripping a spoon, or simply sitting to relax can become impossible. Sometimes, pain in the fingers and hands takes hold. But for some, the grip is tight and recurring. If the pain is caused by ...click here to read more

Muscle and joint pain can make it a real challenge to get out of bed. It can also increase the chance of a fall and make it a lot harder to get your day started. But you don’t necessarily have to get out of bed this way. You can loosen up your muscles and joints ...click here to read more

Self-isolation and social distancing can mean a lot of sitting. It may also mean you’re hovering over your tablet or smartphone trying to stay entertained, connected, or abreast of the evolving news surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. But all that sitting and hovering can pull your posture out of whack. Before long, you might notice back ...click here to read more

If you’re not walking much because of joint pain in your hips and knees, it’s high-time for a change. A new study is showing that many people who suffer from osteoarthritis are not walking as far each day as they felt they could, and that could translate to a higher risk of premature death. Osteoarthritis ...click here to read more

It’s amazing what specialists know these days. It’s even more amazing what they can do. The other night I was watching a basketball game featuring a player who suffered severe ankle injuries just a few short years ago. If he had suffered the injury at an earlier stage in his career, it’s unlikely he would ...click here to read more

Strong and healthy muscles matter. There is really no other way to say it. Your muscles allow you to move freely, send blood throughout your body, lift things, and promote independence. Without strong muscles, you’re at risk for diminished independence and a host of health troubles. Muscles even play a role in ways you might ...click here to read more

The last thing you want to do when your joints hurt is exercise. In fact, you might not even want to hear about it. But it helps. In fact, it might help better than anything. The right exercises performed properly might be the solution for any type of joint pain. I’m talking ankle, knee, hip, ...click here to read more

There are many myths surrounding lower back pain, many of which are not true. While persistent back pain can be scary, contrary to these myths, it is rarely dangerous or life-threatening. Low back pain is the world’s leading cause of disability. But with common myths surrounding back pain, reinforced by the media and well-meaning clinicians, ...click here to read more

The cold, damp, windy days of the winter can be a big challenge if you experience regular joint pain. Inflammation in the hands, wrists, arms, legs, and hips can put a serious damper—no pun intended—on your plans while making simple daily tasks a struggle. Most look for quick relief in a pill bottle, but let’s ...click here to read more

If you suffer from joint pain or an autoimmune condition that locks your joints, the idea of exercise can be less than appealing. In fact, the suggestion that you should start exercising might make your eyes roll. If you’re already in pain, how the heck are you supposed to start moving around? But even though ...click here to read more