The global population is aging at an unprecedented rate. By 2050, the number of adults over 65 will double to 1.5 billion people, while the number of those over 80 will triple to 426 million. These totals will represent the highest number of older adults alive at any time in history, which will drastically alter […]
Imagine a tiny, invisible hitchhiker nestled between your toes, one that announces its presence with every step you take. This unwelcome passenger is Morton’s neuroma, a thickened nerve tissue that transforms the simple act of walking into a painful ordeal. Morton’s neuroma occurs when tissue thickens around a nerve in the foot, typically between the […]
Imagine your head as a bowling ball perched on top of a flexible straw. Now picture that straw being violently whipped back and forth. This is whiplash, a traumatic event that happens in a few seconds but can continue to bother you for months or years. More than 40% of people who experience whiplash develop […]
As we age, staying active becomes increasingly important for maintaining health, independence, and quality of life. Yet, many older adults find it challenging to identify the most effective and safe forms of exercise to meet their needs. Traditional advice often emphasizes lowâimpact activities like walking, but emerging research suggests that structured exercise programs like HighâIntensity […]
Achilles tendinopathy is a common overuse injury that affects the tendon connecting your calf muscles to your heel bone. It often develops in runners and active individuals due to repetitive stress and inadequate recovery. Those with Achilles tendinopathy may experience pain, stiffness, and difficulty performing highâimpact activities like running or jumping. The good news? With […]
For most people, waking up with a stiff, twisted neck is a moderate inconvenience and a difficult way to start the day. But for those with a condition called torticollis, or wryneck, it's often much more than that. Wryneck causes the neck to twist involuntarily, which leads to an unnatural tilt or rotation of the […]
Pickleball has been growing rapidly in popularity, becoming a favorite pursuit for players of all ages. Its blend of tennis, badminton, and ping–pong makes it accessible and exciting for people seeking a fun and social way to stay active. The sport's ease of play and low entry barriers have also contributed to its rise in […]
Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological condition that affects millions of people worldwide. For those living with Parkinson's disease, challenges such as instability, slower movement, and mental decline can gradually worsen over time. While medications offer symptom relief, they cannot stop the disease's progression, which leaves many patients wondering what else can be done. A […]
Did you know that over 90% of Americans consume far more sodium than they should? While sodium is essential for our bodies to function properly, too much of it can lead to serious health problems. Excess sodium causes the body to retain water, which increases blood volume and raises blood pressure. Over time, this puts […]
Low back pain is one of the most common and persistent health issues people face. While many assume it will go away with rest or time, studies show that two–thirds of individuals still experience lingering pain even after a year. This raises an important question: why does low back pain persist for some people but […]
