Eighty percent of people will likely have experienced back pain at some point in their lifetime. It is one of the most common reasons people visit their doctor and miss work, and a prominent cause of disability. Although back pain is more prevalent in those middle aged and beyond, it can really present itself to …
If you’re one of the many out there suffering with osteoarthritis (OA) symptoms, your shoe choice can make a big difference in the way you feel. According to experts, nearly 9 out of 10 women are wearing the wrong shoe size. This can not only lead to osteoarthritis pain – but for those who already …
When most of us hear the word “arthritis,” we likely get a picture in our head of what it means. Marked by joint pain, swelling, and stiffness, osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis, affecting more than 30 million adults per year. Osteoarthritis is caused by the breakdown of joint cartilage between bones. …
As we age, our bodies begin to undergo many different changes, and we may no longer be able to keep up at the same pace as we once did. We may notice more difficulty with seemingly simple activities like opening a box, grasping or lifting objects, even walking. Millions of people can attribute these changes …
Leading a healthy life can be difficult for those of us struggling with osteoarthritis or chronic lower back pain. On a good day, maybe a single dose of an over-the-counter medication will relieve the pain long enough to go about your work day with little interruption. But the bad days become more and more frequent …
Where did the term “guinea pig” come from? Dating back to the late 1800s, a German doctor by the name of Robert Koch began using these loveable creatures while conducting tests to prove which agents were responsible for bacterial diseases such as anthrax. Guinea pigs proved to be most effective for testing because of their …
Back pain. It affects millions of Americans every year and can make even easy tasks difficult to complete. If you are wondering what’s causing your chronic back pain, check out these common factors. Continue reading for a new option in the Stamford area! Weight Gain + Lack of Activity It happens to the best of …
