Individuals' feet will heat up when walking or running; however, burning feet could be a symptom of medical conditions like athlete's foot or a nerve injury or damage. Can awareness of these symptoms help identify solutions to relieve and heal the underlying condition? Burning Feet Walkers and runners often experience heat in their feet. This is natural from the increased… Read More
Individuals suffering from hip, thigh, and/or groin pain could be experiencing iliopsoas syndrome. Could knowing the symptoms and causes help in diagnosis and treatment? Iliopsoas Syndrome Iliopsoas syndrome encompasses several conditions that affect the inner hip muscle and can cause hip and thigh pain. The muscle helps to bend the leg toward the body. The condition is usually caused by… Read More
For individuals managing osteoarthritis, could massage therapy provide added treatment benefits? Osteoarthritis Massage Therapy Osteoarthritis happens when the cartilage between the joints wears away, causing stiffness and pain. Massage therapy is a treatment used to relieve various types of pain symptoms. There are many types of massage therapy, that healthcare providers utilize to manipulate the muscles and other soft tissues… Read More
For individuals with digestive and other health issues, could resistant starch provide health benefits? Resistant Starch Typical starchy foods are simple starches that are rapidly digested. This sends their sugars into the bloodstream, contributing to weight gain and increasing the risk of diabetes and heart disease. (Erik E. J. G. Aller, et al., 2011) Resistant starch is a food component… Read More
Individuals with plantar fasciitis may experience consistent flare-ups. Can knowing the causes help to find pain relief? Plantar Fasciitis Flare-Up Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel and foot pain. The plantar fascia is a band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot and becomes inflamed. Certain factors can cause plantar fasciitis flare-ups, including: Increased levels… Read More
It can be difficult for individuals and athletes to stay motivated, manage stress and prevent becoming overwhelmed. Can mental toughness and a positive attitude help increase potential and performance levels? Mental Toughness Athletes and fitness enthusiasts work on conditioning, skills training, and perfecting techniques. Physical training can take individuals far but another necessary part of maximizing athletic potential is building… Read More
Can various therapeutic options provide relief for individuals with upper crossed syndrome to restore muscle strength? Introduction Many individuals often suffer neck and shoulder pain from poor posture, improper heavy lifting, musculoskeletal conditions, auto accidents, whiplash, etc. The surrounding muscles that connect the neck and shoulders help protect the cervical and thoracic region of the spine and can succumb to… Read More
Individuals that sit at a desk/workstation for hours for work or school, or drive for a living, could be fostering a long-term condition known as forward head posture. Can understanding the signs and symptoms help to prevent the condition? Forward Head Posture Neck pain often causes or is caused by misalignment in the area between the shoulders and head. Forward… Read More
Individuals feeling tingling or pins and needles sensations that overtake the arms or legs could be experiencing paresthesia, which occurs when a nerve has been compressed or damaged. Can knowing the symptoms and causes help in diagnosis and treatment? Paresthesia Body Sensations The numbness or tingling feeling when an arm, leg, or foot has fallen asleep is not so much… Read More
Individuals dealing with back pain problems could be suffering from a bulging disc. Could knowing the difference between slipped and herniated disc symptoms help with treatments and finding relief? Bulging Disc Pain Back pain can become debilitating if not treated properly. A bulging disc is a common cause of cervical, thoracic, and lower back pain symptoms. It happens when one… Read More