Back Injuries Can Keep Athletes on the Bench

Back injuries are common in sports. Take German Grand Prix driver Pascal Wehrlein, who suffered...

Can Spinal Compression Fractures Heal on Their Own?

If you have a spinal compression fracture, chances are you are pretty uncomfortable. These fractures...

Reliance on Pain Relievers Increases Risk of Rebound Headaches

When you feel a migraine coming on, do you immediately reach for a pain reliever?...

Genetics Play a Role in Hardening of the Arteries

A new study has identified a genetic variant as a factor in developing coronary artery...

The Case for Calcium

Calcium is one of the most abundant minerals in your body, and one of the...

Cholesterol Controversy: Is It Really a Contributor to Heart Disease?

A new editorial published in the British Journal of Medicine suggests that foods high in...

Stopping Head Pain: SPG Block for Concussion and Migraines

A popular treatment used to stop migraine pain is also being put to use to...

Know Your Risk Factors for Osteoporosis

Many people think that isn’t something you only need to worry about until you get...

Summer’s Here and So Are Swollen Legs

It’s officially summer. That means sun, fun, vacation, and venous insufficiency. Venous insufficiency is a...

Rise and…Ouch! The Pain of Plantar Fasciitis

Do you wake up and hop right out of bed? Not because you’re ready to...

Is Over Pronation Contributing to Your Plantar Fasciitis?

Ten percent of the population suffer from plantar fasciitis, according to the American Orthopaedic Foot...

Leg Cramps Are Not Just Something To Walk Off

Most people experience leg muscle cramps one time or another in their lifetime. Frequently cited...