Bones, Joints & Muscles

How to Get Stronger Back Muscles

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Strengthening the back is extremely important because you use your back muscles in most day-to-day activities. From walking and sitting to lifting groceries, your back muscles are incredibly important for getting you through each day... more »

How to Identify Heel Spurs

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You don't have to be an athlete to develop heel spurs. Caused by an excessive bony growth on the heel, spurs can result in the plantar fascia -- a ligament that's attached to the foot -- to pull away from the heel bone. Knowing the symptoms of a ... more »

How to Know if You Have Chronic Inflammation

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Cancer, heart disease, kidney failure, colitis and arthritis—what do these conditions have in common? Chronic inflammation is the suspected root cause of all of them. The immune system includes pro-inflammatory cytokines whose job is to attack ... more »

How to Know When to See a Doctor for Tingling Fingers

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A large number of medical conditions can potentially cause tingling fingers, including multiple sclerosis, diabetic neuropathy, carpal tunnel syndrome and nerve injuries. When you go to see your doctor, you should know that it is very important ... more »

How to Recover From a Pulled Hamstring Quicker

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A pulled hamstring is one of the most painful forms of leg injuries, and when not treated properly can take a long time to heal. If you have injured your hamstring and are looking for a way to recover as quickly as possible, a little rest and ... more »

How to Strengthen Quads During Knee Therapy

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There are several types of knee therapy exercises to help strengthen and develop the quad muscles that support the knee. One of them is the full arc knee extension exercise. Do these exercises during the intermediate phase of recovery after ... more »

How to tape an ankle

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If your ankle taping skills need a little brush up, here are some simple steps to a great tape job. Of course be sure taping is indicated for the athlete by checking with their Athletic Trainer, Doctor, or other Healthcare professional... more »

How to Tape Weak Wrists for Sports

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Participating in sports is a great way to stay in shape, but it's also important to take necessary precautions to avoid injury. For weak joints and muscles, braces and taping are commonly used methods to prevent injury or strain. Here are some ... more »

How to Use Laser Therapy for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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Laser therapy is an emerging treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome. The procedure involves the use of certain lights to stimulate tissues, blood flow and the release of natural chemicals to treat the ailment. You need to be careful when you use ... more »

How to Get Rid of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the hand, becomes pressed or squeezed at the wrist. The median nerve controls sensations to the palm side of the thumb and fingers (although not the little ... more »

How to Keep Your Bones Healthy

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Bones continually go through the process of breaking down and building up. As one gets older, the ability to build bone is decreased. Starting early and staying healthy are ways to keep your bones in good shape... more »

How to Modify Computer Equipment for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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Ergonomics play an important role in preventing and controlling carpal tunnel syndrome. A person's workstation is often the cause of hand pain, so you should take steps to modify computer equipment for carpal tunnel syndrome even if you don't ... more »

How to Prevent Repetitive Motion Injury

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Repetitive motion injuries occur when you perform the same motion over and over throughout the day. Typing, lifting and carrying are all repetitious motions that, performed repeatedly, can lead to repetitive motion injuries. Also known as ... more »

How to Treat Mouse Elbow

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We've all heard of tennis elbow, but today many people suffer from mouse elbow. The repetitive use of a computer mouse causes this ailment.Hours spent working a mouse can wear and tear the tendons in the wrist, forearm and elbow, resulting in ... more »

How to Treat Osteitis Pubis

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Osteitis Pubis is a painful inflammatory injury of the pubic bone. Many muscles come together here and move during exercise. The injury occurs where the two sides of the pubic bone join together. It's a common injury in athletes that do sports ... more »

How to Use a Carpal Tunnel Wrist Brace

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A wrist brace can help correct posture and prevent flare-ups of carpal tunnel syndrome. Braces can be found at most pharmacies but they come in several varieties. You need to know how to use a carpal tunnel wrist brace because misuse can actually ... more »

How to Use Iontophoresis for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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Many carpal tunnel patients want the relief that corticosteroids can provide but they don't want to get an invasive injection into their wrist. You can use iontophoresis for carpal tunnel syndrome and get corticosteroids into the wrist by using a ... more »

How to Use Vitamin B6 to Treat Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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Supplements can be an affordable way to treat many conditions, including carpal tunnel syndrome. Vitamin B6 helps your body form blood cells and several important amino acids. Follow some general guidelines when you use vitamin B6 to treat carpal ... more »

How to Cope with a Jammed Finger or Toe

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A jammed finger or toe happens when there's an impact injury, resulting in tremendous pain and swelling. A simple jam can be easily treated at home and the pain will subside in a week or two... more »

How to Create an Anatomical Splint

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One first aid technique for broken bones and strained, sprained or dislocated joints is the anatomical splint. This technique requires only strips of cloth and a similar uninjured body part (leg to leg, finger to finger). The following steps will ... more »

How to Cure TMJ Through Acupuncture

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Temporal Mandible Joint, or TMJ is not a condition; it is the name of our jaw joint. Symptoms of TMJ disorder include pain in the jaw and surrounding area, limited ability to open your mouth and snapping noises when you move your jaw. Studies ... more »

How to Ease Tendonitis

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Tendons connect the muscles and bones and can become painful and inflamed from overuse. Proper care and treatment can help alleviate the pain, reduce inflammation and aid in healing tendonitis... more »

How to Exercise Aching Hands

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People can have sore and aching hands and wrists from arthritis or carpal tunnel syndrome. These two disorders are increasingly becoming problems as a result of modern machines such as cell phones, Blackberries and laptops. Learn to relieve pain ... more »

How to Exercise Quads for Knee Therapy

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There are several types of knee therapy exercises that can help strengthen and develop the quadriceps muscles that support the knee. The short arc extension exercise is the exercise described here. This knee therapy exercise is done in both the ... more »

How to Increase Copper Intake

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The mineral copper is important for the healing process, healthy nerves and joints, balancing zinc and vitamin C to form the skin protein elastin and the formation of bone, hemoglobin and red blood cells. However, the body does not manufacture ... more »

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