The Truth about Osteoarthritis (Physio Explains)
This article unravels the mysteries and misconceptions about arthritis. Including the truth about osteoarthritis – and why it’s often no big deal. The Big One
Category: Upper Body
Tendon Pain 101: A Roadmap for Healthy Tendons
This article is a quick guide to what you need to know to overcome tendon pain and enjoy healthy, pain-free tendons. Tendons 101 Tendons attach muscles
RICE is Wrong: Injuries Need PEACE & LOVE Instead
What’s your 1st move when you sprain your ankle, pull your hamstring or sustain a back injury? Probably pop a few anti-inflammatories and grab an ice pack.
Ranked: 10 Popular Physical Therapy Treatments (From Best To Worst)
The most popular physical therapy treatments aren’t always the best. Learn which ones are overrated, and which ones rank the highest so you don’t waste time on the worst interventions.
Rotator Cuff 101: The Key To Healthy Shoulders
Fear and misunderstanding surround the rotator cuff. Learn what it is and why a torn cuff isn’t as bad as you think.
Heat or Ice? (And is RICE Outdated?)
Ice packs and heating pads are top pain relief choices. But do they really work? And which option is better?
Why “Muscles Are Dumb” According to a PT
Muscles are the nervous system’s end-point. The body has muscles like a car has tires. It’s where all the work gets done.
The 5 Worst Exercises For Your Rotator Cuff
If you’re dealing with shoulder problems, steer clear of these 5 moves.
3 Strategies To Fix Your Muscle Pain Fast
Maybe you tweaked your calf muscle running up a steep hill. Or felt a twinge in your chest muscle during a hard set of push-ups.
10 Tips to Bench Press Without Shoulder Pain (and Get Stronger)
A big bench press garners respect. As soon as someone finds out you lift weights, their first question is: “how much ya bench?” The barbell