Ten years ago, you could play 18 holes on Saturday, mow the lawn on Sunday, and barely think about it. Now your back tightens up halfway through a round. Your elbow aches for two days afterward. Maybe your knee complains every time you walk a hilly course, or your shoulder feels stiff before you’ve even reached the back nine. The frustrating part is that it often feels like...
Seven Smarter Ways to Manage Arthritis Pain – Without Drugs or Surgery (Portsmouth & Seacoast, NH) Arthritis is one of the most common causes of chronic joint pain and mobility limitations, affecting nearly 60 million adults in the United States. Many people in Portsmouth, NH and throughout the Seacoast live with persistent stiffness, swelling, and joint pain that can interfere with daily activities, exercise, and quality of life....
Arthritis is one of the most common conditions I see in my clinic – and one of the most misunderstood. Many people assume it’s just an inevitable part of aging, but what’s often overlooked is how much can actually be done to manage it naturally and effectively. What frustrates me most is the message many people still hear – that arthritis pain is something you just have to...
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...
Why your Cortisone Injection Failed You When you have joint pain that won’t go away, especially after trying lots of physical therapy, your doctor might recommend you get a cortisone shot. Cortisone shots are often prescribed for things like back pain, bursitis, bulging discs, cartilage tears, osteoarthritis, tendonitis, and many other conditions that are perceived to be inflammatory in nature. While every single one of these conditions can...
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