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Back Pain, Blog

Think You’ve Got Piriformis Syndrome? It Might Actually Be Sciatica.

A reader of this column recently wrote to me with the following question: “I’m getting Physical Therapy for lower back pain and sciatica that is said to be from ‘piriformis syndrome’. My PT treatment has consisted of various exercises and some massage. Eight...

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Jun 5, 2025

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Back Pain, Blog, Mechanical Pain, Movement Habits, MRI, Neck/Shoulder Pain, Posture, Sitting

5 Simple Tips For Keeping Back Pain Gone

Almost half of U.S. adults (39% according to the CDC) suffer from back pain. With the prevalence increasing as we age – folks over age 65 are more likely to experience back pain than any other age group. Economically speaking – back pain accounts for roughly $50B...

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Mar 28, 2025

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Arthiritis, Blog, Mechanical Pain, Movement Habits

Six Natural Ways to Relieve Arthritis Pain – Without Meds or Surgery

Arthritis is a widespread and debilitating condition that affects over 350 million people worldwide. In the U.S. alone, nearly 58.5 million people live with some form of arthritis, making it one of the leading causes of disability. Until recently, conventional...

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Mar 23, 2025

back pain
Blog, Mechanical Pain

Why Your Knee Pain Isn’t Going Away – And What You Might Be Missing

Knee pain can be stubborn. If you’ve tried stretching, strengthening, injections, or even surgery with little to no relief – it might be time to consider looking beyond your knee. Many people are told their pain is due to “wear and tear,” arthritis, or simply...

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Mar 9, 2025

back pain
Blog, Foot/Ankle Pain

How to Help Prevent Plantar Fasciitis with Spring Training Around the Corner

Winter is starting to take a turn and the warmer weather is just ahead of us. We know this makes athletes eager to get outside, run more, and finally get some fresh air that doesn’t burn their throat! While running/training outdoors is important for triathletes,...

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Mar 2, 2025

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Blog, Mechanical Pain, Movement Habits, Shoulder Pain

Why Your Nagging Shoulder Blade Pain isn’t Going Away

The prevalence of shoulder pain tends to increase and become more severe as we age – especially for folks in their 50’s and beyond. When people complain of shoulder pain – it can manifest in a lot of different ways. Sometimes pain appears in the front, sometimes on...

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Feb 23, 2025

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Blog, Excercise, Knee Pain

Why Knee Pain Gets Worse Late At Night and How To Ease It

Knee pain is something that a lot of people struggle with at any time of year, both in the winter months when they are less active and also in the warmer months, as people tend to be more active. Which leads me to this week’s article… This question was sent to me...

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Feb 16, 2025

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Back Pain, Blog, Excercise, Fitness, Hamstring, Sciatica, Sports Injury, Stretching

Exercise-induced Leg Soreness or Sciatica? How to Tell the Difference.

It’s that time of year – when people set goals and take action to improve their health, get back in shape, and ramp up exercise routines. But what happens when your body isn’t ready for what your mind has planned? How can you tell if the soreness you feel is “good...

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Feb 2, 2025

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Blog, Fitness, Health, Nutrition

7 Healthy Habits to Improve your Immunity, Movement, and Mindset

As the seasons change, it’s the perfect time to focus on habits that not only keep your immune system strong, but also enhance your movement and mindset. Whether you’re managing a busy schedule, traveling, or simply trying to stay healthy and feeling well – a...

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Jan 18, 2025

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Back Pain, Blog, Herniated Disc, Sciatica, Steroid Injection

Back Pain, Herniated Discs, and Cortisone Shots: What You Need to Know

A recent conversation about cortisone shots and back pain due to herniated discs inspired me to write this article. The person I was speaking with was quite misinformed about when cortisone shots are useful – and when they aren’t. By the way, it’s a very common...

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Jan 12, 2025

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