Whenever pain flares up – one of the most popular questions and concerns I get from clients is whether or not they need an MRI. When you have persistent pain that won’t go away, or shooting pain or numbness down your arm or leg, it’s scary. It makes sense to get a look inside with an MRI, right? Not necessarily. MRI’s are an amazing technological advancement that will...
Hamstring Pain is common – especially in active adults over 40. But what’s less commonly talked about is how often a hamstring injury is misdiagnosed. If you’ve been stretching, foam rolling, and rehabbing your “hamstring strain” for weeks or months with little to no improvement – there’s a good chance your pain isn’t coming from your hamstring at all. That’s because certain types of back problems can mimic...
Flip-flop season is here – which means sunshine, beach days, and pool time. But it can also mean extra foot pain. And every summer around this time, we see an influx of people dealing with aching arches and stabbing heel pain – most commonly known as “plantar fasciitis” What is Plantar Fasciitis? Quite simply, it’s inflammation of your plantar fascia – the tissue that makes up the arch...
If you’ve been dealing with knee pain that just won’t go away – chances are you’ve come across Platelet-Rich Plasma injections – also known as “PRP.” Although PRP has been around for decades, it gained popularity in the early 2000s when high-profile athletes began using it to accelerate healing. More recently, it’s become more well-known thanks to the “longevity craze” – where people are actively searching for natural...
When you live in New England, summer is a short and precious season. And you don’t want something like nagging knee pain ruining it for you. Whether you’re walking the beach, gardening, playing a round of golf or pickle ball, or tackling your favorite hiking trail – knee pain can quickly turn your favorite summer activities into frustrating experiences. The good news? There’s a lot you can do...
One of the most important things to get right when it comes to successfully resolving knee pain is to make sure you’ve correctly identified the root cause. Sometimes, your knee pain is due to a problem within your knee joint – such as with arthritis or torn cartilage. But other times (and more often than you think) – the source of your knee pain can be coming from...
A meniscus tear is one of the most commonly diagnosed knee injuries – and also one of the most misunderstood. If you’ve recently been told you have a torn meniscus and that surgery is your only option – I want you to take a deep breath and pause for a moment… Because in most cases – especially if you’re over 40 – there’s a very good chance you...
The real solution starts with a deeper understanding of why your knee pain is happening in the first place.
Golf is a favorite pastime for millions – and now that the season is in full swing here in New England – many players are eager to hit the course as often as possible. But when back, knee, elbow, or shoulder pain creeps in – those 18 holes can quickly lose their appeal – and even become depressing. Pain doesn’t just interfere with your swing. It can drain...
If you or someone you love is living with arthritis — then you already know how frustrating it can be. Daily tasks become harder, favorite activities fall by the wayside, and you may start to wonder: “Will things ever get better?” Even worse, many people living with arthritis fall victim to misguided advice. Let’s look at five of the most common myths about arthritis management — and shed...
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