What is RICE? Even if you’ve never taken a first aid class, chances are you’ve heart about RICE. The acronym stands for Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation. This refers to a protocol for conservatively treating certain injuries immediately after they happen. The steps can vary depending on the extent and location of the injury. In …
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Pulled or Torn Muscle
What are Muscle Tears? The body is a complex system of muscles, bones, ligaments, and tendons. These elements all work together to create pain-free movement. If one of these gets injured, it can be painful. Muscle strain is what occurs when a muscle is pushed past its limit. Severe muscle strain can cause the muscle …
Pain Relievers – What’s the Difference?
NSAIDs, Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Oh my! What’s the difference between the numerous pain relievers, and how do I choose the right one for me and my family? Pain Relievers: What’s the Difference? Non-prescription pain relievers come in so many different types and so many different brands types; how can I choose the best one for my …
How to Destroy Your Elbow
How much thought do you give to your elbow joints? Almost none, until something hurts, right? Here’s a rundown of how your elbow works, and the many things can destroy its vital function and put you in pain. How to Destroy Your Elbow: Nerve Pressure You may not think about it, but you use your …
Elbow Health for Golf and Tennis Players
The last thing a golfer or tennis player wants is an elbow injury that limits or sidelines them. In order to keep your elbows in great shape, follow the information and advice outlined in this article. Elbow Anatomy The elbow joint is formed by the humerus (upper arm bone) and the two forearm bones (radius …
Baseball Injuries Part 1: Pitchers
Baseball Injuries Part 1: Pitchers Baseball is one of the most popular sports in America. But whether you’re playing recreationally, in your backyard, or on a professional team, you may be risking certain injuries. When it comes to baseball pitchers, the most common injuries are often due to overuse. Overuse Injuries Overuse injuries occur when …
6 Herbal Remedies for Pain Relief
6 Herbal Remedies for Pain Relief Herbal medicine provides alternatives to drugs for pain management. Herbal remedies are being found to lower pain levels and decrease inflammation. This finding is most welcome, considering potential side effects of many pharmaceutical pain killers. However, just like traditional pain relievers, herbal remedies also have their down sides. These …
5 Common Tennis Injuries
5 Common Tennis Injuries Tennis can be a very competitive and intense game. Eager new players and even seasoned pros can put their bodies under repetitive stress, which is why most tennis injuries are overuse injuries. Overuse Injuries Overuse injuries occur when an action is repeated that puts pressure on tissue, muscles or joints. Some …
3 Nonsurgical Sprain and Strain Treatments
3 Nonsurgical Sprain and Strain Treatments Sprains and strains are a common cause of pain. This article takes a look at how these conditions may be managed medically and with simple home remedies. These are some of the simple methods of managing sprains and strains. Prevention is no doubt better than cure, and taking precautions …
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3 Common Dislocations
Gymnastics, basketball, football, downhill skiing and car crashes are all mishaps that can result in a dislocated joint. Learn more about three common dislocation injuries. 3 Common Dislocations What do gymnastics, basketball, football, car accidents, and downhill skiing all have in common? All are situations in which you can accidentally dislocate a joint. Dislocation occurs …