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fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Navigating the Perils of Flat Feet

Flat feet can be congenital or acquired, affecting health and quality of life, with treatment typically being conservative.
fromhttps://amplify.upworthy.com
6 days ago

Her boyfriend convinced doctors to call her in for an X-ray after her broken wrist exam - then a tiny detail on one finger stopped her cold

Wright explained his plan to the clinic staff, and after some discussion, they agreed to help him carry it out during her appointment.
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fromMen's Journal
1 week ago

This Common Home Office Mistake Is Causing Joint Pain, Experts Say

Poor home office ergonomics lead to neck, wrist, and back pain during remote work.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Review finds 250 patients need repeat bone scans

"I would like to sincerely apologise to any patients who have been affected and recalled for a scan as I understand receiving such news can be unsettling."
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fromThe Walrus
1 month ago

What I Learned from Breaking My Pelvis for the Second Time | The Walrus

On a sunny and warmish late-November day, my husband and I were meeting some close relatives to deposit our brother-in-law's ashes in a columbarium beside the remains of his late wife, my husband's only sibling. She had died during the pandemic, and her husband had subsequently moved away, but none of us were going to let the grim reaper separate a couple who had been conjoined by a lifetime of shared experiences.
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fromUnofficial Networks
1 month ago

Can Cartilage Actually Grow Back? New Research Offers Hope For Skiers With Bad Knees

Researchers are developing injectable scaffolds and enzyme-blocking treatments that regenerate cartilage in animal models, though human trials remain pending.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

My fortnight in a posture corrector: can this simple device help reduce back pain?

Wearable posture correctors can temporarily improve posture but should be used only short-term and alongside movement, exercise, and professional guidance to avoid dependence.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The best movement is the next movement': how to really look after your lower back

Most lower back pain arises from muscle spasm–triggered nerve sensitisation rather than major structural damage; prevention through regular movement is easier than treatment.
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fromScienceDaily
1 month ago

Millions with joint pain and osteoarthritis are missing the most powerful treatment

Exercise is the most effective treatment for osteoarthritis, yet fewer than half of patients are referred to it, with many instead receiving unnecessary treatments or premature surgery.
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Are You in Alignment? How to Unlock Pain-Free Movement.

The brain is the conductor of the orchestra, the muscles are the instruments. When your body is out of alignment, the orchestra is playing out of tune. Misalignment in the musculoskeletal system is frequently the root cause of chronic pain and the resulting poor posture.
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fromInsideHook
2 months ago

The Best Stretches for Back Relief After Shoveling Snow

Use an athletic stance, hinge at the hips, engage the core, avoid twisting, and perform post-shoveling stretches to prevent injury while shoveling heavy snow.
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fromArs Technica
2 months ago

99% of adults over 40 have shoulder "abnormalities" on an MRI, study finds

Rotator cuff MRI abnormalities are extremely common in both asymptomatic and symptomatic shoulders, often reflecting age-related changes rather than clinically significant tears.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Got elbow or heel pain? Shockwave therapy can help

Regular exercise extends lifespan, but aging active adults face increased risk of overuse injuries like plantar fasciitis, which can be treated with shockwave therapy when conservative methods fail.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Stroke survivors trial new at-home tech: 'It's given me my freedom back'

"I heard a pop in my head, like a big bubble," she said. "I tried to scream, but it wasn't a normal scream. I knew something wasn't right."
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