Author: C&P Health Expert
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Flat Feet And Back Pain: Understanding The Connection And Finding Relief
Are you suffering from back pain and have flat feet? You are not alone. Flat feet, also known as pes planus, is a common condition characterized by the absence of the arch in the foot. When left untreated, it can lead to altered movement patterns, muscle imbalances, and increased stress on certain areas, resulting in…
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Obesity and Low Back Pain
Back pain is a common ailment that can affect individuals of all ages and demographics. It is often caused by a variety of factors, including; poor posture, muscle strain, injury, or even an underlying medical condition. However, one factor that is often overlooked is obesity and a big tummy. Obesity is defined as having a…
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Tennis elbow? But I don’t play tennis…
Elbow pain is never fun. Elbow pain can be surprisingly debilitating. Most people come to see us once they have trouble typing, lifting their coffee mug, or lifting their child. If the pain is on the outer part of your arm, it’s generally called “Tennis Elbow”. It’s called this because it was generally associated with…
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“Unlock” Your Hips!
Do your hips feel stuck and just aren’t moving like you want them to? Don’t worry, you are not alone… Sitting at the computer for work? Back at school listening to long lectures? Squatting at the gym isn’t up to par? If any of these sounds like you, your hips might not be too happy.…
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How Belly Fat May Be Causing Your Back Pain.
Sometimes the cause of a back problem is not your back but your front. Because your abdominal muscles are actually the front of your back. Therefore, your ‘spare tire’ may be the cause of your aching back. The spine is the central support for the entire skeletal system. It is therefore designed for strength to…
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‘’Just In Case Peeing’’: The Bad Habit You Didn’t Even Know You Had
Do you always pee right before you leave the house, before you work out, or in the 2 minutes before you walk into a meeting? While the “just in case” pee may seem like a smart thing to do. However it is actually a bad habit for your bladder. Peeing when you don’t feel the immediate need…
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Lumbar Stenosis Pain and Exercises to Help
What is spinal stenosis? Spinal stenosis is the narrowing of either the spinal canal or lateral foramen. However spinal stenosis primarily occurs at the lumbar spine (lower back), above the sacrum and below the thoracic vertebrae. When this occurs, nerves travelling in the affected area are compressed or irritated, leading to symptoms such as pain…
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What Makes Exercise Unsustainable
The term “sustainable” in the context of an exercise routine refers to the frequency, intensity, volume, and type of variables in your routine. When it comes to exercise, there are numerous roads you can take that will lead to difficulties such as developing a dislike for exercise and completely avoiding it. We wish to avoid…
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Looking To Live A Healthier Life? Cardiovascular Exercise Is Key.
Cardio workouts are aerobic exercises or any activities that get your heart rate up and keep it up for a prolonged period. Running, cycling, jumping jacks, and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) are some common high-impact cardio exercises. Cardio workouts are key to staying in good health and having a strong metabolism and heart rate, but running and HIIT…
