Arthritis is one of the most common debilitating medical problems encountered by older patients, according to a study published in the journal "BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders" in February 2004. Osteoarthritis affecting the knee joint is the most...
Ergonomics refers to office work and its health related risks, primarily musculoskeletal disorders. Risk factor include prolonged sitting at a desk or computer use, prolonged incorrect, awkward postures, prolonged exertions of the hands and...
Osteoarthritis is the most common joint-related disease and, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, currently affects more than 25 million people in the United States. In an individual with osteoarthritis, inflammation leads...
Consider having a disease that produces pain every day, alters a person's activities of daily living and submits the person to questionable care from some medical professionals who still fail to acknowledge fibromyalgia as a disease. Mayo Clinic...
Back pain is one of the top reasons people miss work, according to the American Chiropractic Association. If your back has been aching, you might consider heading to the local pool. Aqua aerobics, also called water aerobics, can help relieve...
The athletic ability of jockeys is under appreciated. They race powerful horses in close quarters and must be in peak physical condition to stay on the horse and maintain control. On the racetrack’s curved portions, jockeys try to position...
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons defines spinal stenosis as a narrowing of the spinal canal. As people age, normal wear on the spine can lead to hardening of soft tissues or increased bone growth, which in turn narrows the space in the...
Stress at work can lead to a number of musculoskeletal disorders, including eye strain, carpal tunnel syndrome and back pain, Shira Taylor Gura writes in "Work: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment and Rehabilitation." Practicing yoga is one method...
Glucosamine hydrochloride, a substance used by the body in the manufacture of joint connective tissues, is widely used as a nutritional supplement for improving joint health. Though not an essential nutrient, supplemental doses have been found to...
The facet joints are among many potential generators of spine pain. One study published in the open-access journal, "BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders" found the facet joints to be a common source of pain for chronic spine pain patients. In this...
Water retention signifies the accumulation of excess fluid in the body cavities and tissues. This is not a medical condition, but a symptom of an underlying medical problem. In some cases, water retention occurs as the result of medication use....
A physical therapist develops a treatment program to help a patient regain mobility, minimize discomfort and strengthen his body to help prevent future disability. A therapist supplements her hands-on techniques with targeted exercises on...
You might associate cardio with tiredness, the feeling you get after a run, a bike ride or a tough aerobics class. Even though a hard workout can leave you exhausted over the long term, cardio is critical to improving your health and fitness,...
Chicory, or Cichorium intybus, is a perennial herb that grows in many parts of the world, including North America, Asia and Europe. Related to the daisy, chicory has a long history of use as an herbal remedy dating back to the 1st century. Chicory...
Muscle knots in your back can be painful, especially if they are big and aren't going away. Some knots may cause mild discomfort, while others may affect your ability to sleep, work and move. According to a 2002 article published in the journal...
A mini trampoline can help you get some cardiovascular exercise with low impact on your joints. The mini trampoline is used routinely in physiotherapy to strengthen the ankle joint during recovery from damage caused by injury. Do not attempt to...
Firefighters, coal miners, steel workers and highway patrolmen must also undergo pre-employment fitness tests. While the injury risk potential for these workers is obvious, every profession has its own work-related injuries. Musculoskeletal...
Krill -- a shrimp-like crustacean -- forms an important link in the food chain and comprises the majority of the diets of large sea animals, including whales. Krill, which consume phytoplankton, contain large quantities of omega-3 oils. Scientific...
A treatment program following microdiscectomy surgery involves medication for pain management including anti-inflammatory drugs and pain pills, stretching exercises, back strengthening exercises and a plan to gradually resume physical activity...
Computers are at the heart of many people's work day. Emailing, word processing, data entry and research require hours hunched over a PC, and even if you are not using a computer, many jobs require you to sit at a desk all day. Unfortunately,...
Before there were prescriptions physicians relied on herbal treatments to see their patients through their condition. Not every herbal remedy helped, some have been found to hinder health. However, today there are many clinical trials being...
If you have arthritis, you probably experience the pain and inflammation that goes along with this joint disease. While conventional medical interventions focus on pain relief and reducing inflammation, natural therapies also include nutritional...
Low-back pain and disc herniations are common causes of activity limitation among people of all ages. If you suffer from chronic back pain and do not respond to rest, anti-inflammatory medications, or epidural injections, a procedure called a...
The American Council on Exercise, or ACE, is an organization that certifies fitness instructors across the United States. ACE is nationally recognized and offers certifications in personal training, group fitness instruction, lifestyle and...
Hearing of a case of meningitis can evoke fear, especially when a daycare, school or college is involved. Meningitis symptoms include high fever, headache, neck stiffness, nausea and vomiting. and often appear suddenly. Individually, these...
The sciatic nerve is the longest and thickest peripheral nerve in your body, so it is especially susceptible to injury and irritations. Sciatic pain typically involves one-sided low back, buttock and posterior leg pain described as sharp and...
Although bodybuilding targets improvements in muscle mass, the weight training associated with this sport can significantly affect your joints as well. Because bodybuilding training often involves repetitive motions, joint pain and arthritis are...
Reports have emerged touting the benefits of krill oil over fish oil with regard to health benefits. Both types of oil contain a high proportion of omega-3 fatty acids. However, researchers reporting in the February 2007 issue of "Nutrition...
S-Adenosyl-L-Methionine, better known as SAMe, is used for a variety of health concerns. These include depression, osteoarthritis, premenstrual and musculoskeletal disorders, psychiatric illnesses, liver concerns and infertility, according to the...
A frozen shoulder is when the shoulder joint is clamped down. Learn how to diagnose and treat a frozen shoulder in this medical video.
