Author: C&P Health Expert

Calf muscle   pain is a common problem that can make walking, running and jumping difficult and painful. Pain in the calf region may be due to injury, underlying medical condition or a problem in the nerves or arteries in the lower leg, meaning accurate diagnosis is vital. Here we start by looking at the structures…

Osteoarthritis(OA) is the most common type of arthritis. It’s incidence of occurrence has increased dramatically since the middle of the 20th century. Not surprisingly, researchers are busy in search of answers for the what’s, why’s and how’s of this frequently occurring condition. Like so many areas in medical science we know a lot about osteoarthritis,…

We constantly hear people say that they are too glued to their work that they cannot take breaks to walk and stretch. However, the lack of breaks while working is not only detrimental to your body which has been in one position for so long, but the effects are felt mentally as well. It does…

Mental disorders are of major public health significance. It has been claimed that vigorous physical activity has positive effects on mental health. Physical activity and exercise alleviate symptoms associated with mild to moderate depression. Many devastating effects of mental disorders can be avoided through physical exercise. Health problems that cut short our lives in the…

Known as the body’s natural “feel-good” chemicals, endorphins stimulate feelings of pleasure, well-being, and pain relief, making them an essential component in a balanced, happy life. Endorphins are neurotransmitters secreted in response to stress and pain, which we all feel from time to time. nutrition, chiropractic adjustments…yes chiropractic adjustments.According to research some of the endorphin-boosting activities include exercise, meditation, laughing…

The changing professional environment has brought about many challenges, and among them is dealing with the ramifications of a predominantly office-based environment. Today, most people spend a good part of their day sitting down. Whether it is working in an office, sitting in a classroom, or how we spend our recreational time, we have never…

Back pain is a well-known source of discomfort in adults. However it is also being diagnosed more frequently in children and adolescents. Most parents don’t expect otherwise healthy children to complain of back pain. This because is a problem people generally associate as an ailment of the middle-aged or later years. However, the truth is…

Pregnancy has a profound impact on your body.  While pregnancy and motherhood bring on new challenges and experiences, it is almost impossible to be prepared for them all. We are your partners in a healthy, mobile, pain-free body. We hope you find this article on post-childbirth pain informative. Typical Areas of Pain After Childbirth Every…

In the final stage of pregnancy you may notice a vertical line of doming down the middle of your bump. If you go to full term, it is normal to have a separation of the six pack muscles (rectus abdominis). This is known as a ‘diastasis recti’ or ‘tummy gap’. A hormone called ‘relaxin’ is…