5 Tips for Safer Use of Mobile Devices -Part 2
We can’t seem to put them down! Kids, young adults, parents and seniors are plugged in. We text, play games, read email, text, scroll our music list, surf the net, text, tweet, post pictures to face book and text some more –all from the palm of our hand. We do this anywhere and everywhere. Minutes add up to hours. These hours combined with awkward wrist positions, prolonged grips and repetitive micro-movements increase your chances of developing tendonitis and carpel tunnel syndrome. Our thumbs with their greater movement and...
read more5 Hand Protection Tips for Texters
Handheld electronics require repetitive motion on small buttons, awkward wrist movements and prolonged grasps. All these repetitive micro movements of texting, playing electronic games & tapping your tablet can take a toll on your hands.
read more3 Yoga Poses that can cause Knee Injuries
There are many reasons for knee pain –overuse, arthritis or an injury that damages the structures in and around the knee joint. Aside from the obvious direct hit to the knee, often knee injuries are caused by more subtle forces such as overuse, twisting motions and overstretching. A stress from one direction may result in a sprain -an overstretching or tear in one of the ligaments, while a twist of the knees often causes a tear in the cartilage or meniscus. Taking the knee joint through a greater range of motion than it can tolerate,...
read moreThumb Pain
The most common site of thumb pain is at the base of the thumb where the metacarpal bone connects to the wrist at the trapezium carpal bone. The CMC joint or 'basal thumb joint' is a highly mobile, loose capsule joint. This mobility is essential for dexterity and the elaborate movements the thumb allows our hands to perform. But the constant use of our thumbs in our daily activities, along with the mobile structure of the joint makes the thumb susceptible to pain and injury.
read moreHow to Avoid & Relieve Muscle Cramps
Most likely we’ve all experienced a muscle cramp (or “charley horse”) at some time and know just how painful one can be! Muscle spasms and cramps are more common in the summer because your body loses electrolytes and minerals as you sweat. Learn about the common sites and causes and how to avoid and treat muscle cramps.
read moreWhat SUP?
Stand Up Paddleboarding—that’s what. On a recent camping trip my sons and I decided to try out Stand Up Paddleboarding, so we kayaked over to Jack’s boat rentals to get started. After a few quick tips we shoved off into the pond. The boys were a natural at –balancing and paddling with ease. Soon they even began trying some tricks like jumping up, and landing a 180 spin. I choose to keep my feet firmly planted on the board and still found it fun and as promised… an overall body workout. This fast growing sport of stand up...
read moreErgonomic Set Up for Desk Top Computers
We all spend extended time on computers,whether at work or home. By having the optimal height and placement of the keyboard, monitor, desk and chair you’ll avoid awkward postures that lead to muscle imbalances, strain on joints and repetitive stress injuries. The correct arrangement of components will facilitate a safe and comfortable computing experience. Even a simple change in one component, such as an ergonomically designed mouse, can reduce thumb and wrist pain.
read moreChip On Your Shoulder? Part 2 -Treatment for Shoulder Injuries
Part 1 covered the anatomy of the shoulder and common causes of shoulder pain including rotator cuff injuries, impingement syndrome and Adhesive Capsulitis (i.e. frozen shoulder). The treatment options for a shoulder injury will vary depending upon the type of injury and severity of symptoms. Seeking a comprehensive treatment plan from a qualified practitioner for anything more than mild shoulder pain is recommended. Here are traditional and alternative non-surgical treatment options that may be beneficial. Part 1 covered the anatomy of the shoulder and common causes of shoulder pain including rotator cuff injuries, impingement syndrome and Adhesive Capsulitis (i.e. frozen shoulder). The treatment options for a shoulder injury will vary depending upon the type of injury and severity of symptoms. A professional diagnosis may be warranted to determine the extent of your injury. If a fracture, bone spur or rotator cuff tear is suspected an X-ray or MRI will be ordered. Seeking a comprehensive treatment plan from a qualified practitioner for anything more than mild shoulder pain is recommended. Here are traditional and alternative non-surgical treatment options that may be beneficial. Part 1 covered the anatomy of the shoulder and common causes of shoulder pain including rotator cuff injuries, impingement syndrome and Adhesive Capsulitis (i.e. frozen shoulder). The treatment options for a shoulder injury will vary depending upon the type of injury and severity of symptoms. A professional diagnosis may be warranted to determine the extent of your injury. If a fracture, bone spur or rotator cuff tear is suspected an X-ray or MRI will be ordered. Seeking a comprehensive treatment plan from a qualified practitioner for anything more than mild shoulder pain is recommended. Here are traditional and alternative non-surgical treatment options that may be beneficial.
read moreChip On Your Shoulder?
The Shoulder and Rotator Cuff Injuries If you’ve had a shoulder injury then you know how slow they can be to heal. For months now, I’ve been sidelined from my favorite activities with a shoulder injury. What started as a nagging pain in my left shoulder ended up as an extremely painful ‘frozen shoulder’ with bursitis and 2 frayed rotator cuff tendons. Shoulder injuries often creep up on you and aren’t always traced to a specific incident. For me it was a series of stresses – an overhead snatch move with Kettle...
read more"Wrist-e" Business
“Wrist-e” Business Common Causes of Wrist Pain: Anatomically the hand is designed for mobility not stability. The 27 small bones, muscles and ligaments of the hand enable precision movement and dexterity so we can perform various daily activities requiring grasp & precision coordination. It’s no surprise that the wrist is subject to strain when required to support intense pressure or body weight, resulting in pain and discomfort in this vulnerable joint. The four primary causes of wrist pain include: Overuse: Too much...
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