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Grady » Bone, Muscle, and Joint Health Blog
10M ago
If you are reading this, you are probably experiencing lower back pain – or know someone who is.
Back pain is one of the most common medical complaints in the world. Studies show that up to 70% of adults will experience some kind of back pain during their lives. Worldwide, back pain is the main reason for missed work days and the second most common reason to visit a doctor.
Back pain may be caused by a sprain you suffered at work or from doing chores around the house. Or, the pain may result from an injury or a chronic condition, like arthritis.
If your pain is sudden or severe, you should get ..read more
Grady » Bone, Muscle, and Joint Health Blog
10M ago
Four out of five people experience lower back pain at some point in their lives. It’s one of the leading reasons why people visit their doctors.
Back pain can be sharp or dull, or you may notice stiffness that makes it hard to move or stand up straight. You may find it’s more comfortable to stand bent rather than straight. Sometimes your lower back will spasm or contract. You may also find the pain gets better when you lie down.
A lot of things can cause lower back pain:
Strains and sprains. The most common cause of back pain is a back strain or sprain. You can injure muscles, tendons, or lig ..read more
Grady » Bone, Muscle, and Joint Health Blog
10M ago
When you’re working on getting healthy, getting up and moving is a great way to start, but exercising is not a one size fits all solution. One of the most important keys to a successful workout routine is doing what works best for your body. This helps you get the most out of exercising while avoiding harming your body and health. Our team has four beginner tips to help you start on the right track and avoid injuries.
1. Don’t Start With Advanced Exercises
If you aren’t used to working out regularly, take it slow and work yourself up to more challenging activities. For example, going straight ..read more
Grady » Bone, Muscle, and Joint Health Blog
10M ago
Most of us experience achy or stiff knees occasionally, especially if we work out a lot or work physical jobs.
But some causes of knee pain can be serious, such as ligament or tendon tears, fractures, gout, and infections. If over-the-counter analgesics aren’t alleviating the pain, you seriously consider seeing a doctor. Here are 10 warning signs that justify making an appointment:
The joint is deformed. Look at your knees next to each other. If your painful knee looks misshapen compared to your healthy knee, you may have a fracture, dislocated knee cap, or patella injury.
Difficulty walking ..read more
Grady » Bone, Muscle, and Joint Health Blog
10M ago
We’re big believers in using food as medicine. But did you know the right food is especially important to build healthy bones? As we age, our bones lose essential minerals, which can lead to breaks. Fortunately, you can maintain strong bones by eating well and making healthy lifestyle choices.
Here are 10 natural ways to build healthy bones.
Eat Your Veggies
Vegetables are great for your bones because they are one of the best sources of vitamin C, which stimulates the production of bone-forming cells. Some studies suggest that vitamin C’s antioxidant effects may also protect bone cells from d ..read more
Grady » Bone, Muscle, and Joint Health Blog
1y ago
If you are reading this, you are probably experiencing lower back pain – or know someone who is.
Back pain is one of the most common medical complaints in the world. Studies show that up to 70% of adults will experience some kind of back pain during their lives. Worldwide, back pain is the main reason for missed work days and the second most common reason to visit a doctor.
Back pain may be caused by a sprain you suffered at work or from doing chores around the house. Or, the pain may result from an injury or a chronic condition, like arthritis.
If your pain is sudden or severe, you should get ..read more
Grady » Bone, Muscle, and Joint Health Blog
1y ago
Four out of five people experience lower back pain at some point in their lives. It’s one of the leading reasons why people visit their doctors.
Back pain can be sharp or dull, or you may notice stiffness that makes it hard to move or stand up straight. You may find it’s more comfortable to stand bent rather than straight. Sometimes your lower back will spasm or contract. You may also find the pain gets better when you lie down.
A lot of things can cause lower back pain:
Strains and sprains. The most common cause of back pain is a back strain or sprain. You can injure muscles, tendons, or lig ..read more
Grady » Bone, Muscle, and Joint Health Blog
1y ago
When you’re working on getting healthy, getting up and moving is a great way to start, but exercising is not a one size fits all solution. One of the most important keys to a successful workout routine is doing what works best for your body. This helps you get the most out of exercising while avoiding harming your body and health. Our team has four beginner tips to help you start on the right track and avoid injuries.
1. Don’t Start With Advanced Exercises
If you aren’t used to working out regularly, take it slow and work yourself up to more challenging activities. For example, going straight ..read more
Grady » Bone, Muscle, and Joint Health Blog
1y ago
Most of us experience achy or stiff knees occasionally, especially if we work out a lot or work physical jobs.
But some causes of knee pain can be serious, such as ligament or tendon tears, fractures, gout, and infections. If over-the-counter analgesics aren’t alleviating the pain, you seriously consider seeing a doctor. Here are 10 warning signs that justify making an appointment:
The joint is deformed. Look at your knees next to each other. If your painful knee looks misshapen compared to your healthy knee, you may have a fracture, dislocated knee cap, or patella injury.
Difficulty walking ..read more
Grady » Bone, Muscle, and Joint Health Blog
1y ago
We’re big believers in using food as medicine. But did you know the right food is especially important to build healthy bones? As we age, our bones lose essential minerals, which can lead to breaks. Fortunately, you can maintain strong bones by eating well and making healthy lifestyle choices.
Here are 10 natural ways to build healthy bones.
Eat Your Veggies
Vegetables are great for your bones because they are one of the best sources of vitamin C, which stimulates the production of bone-forming cells. Some studies suggest that vitamin C’s antioxidant effects may also protect bone cells from d ..read more