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 sessions inRead More…
Knee pain can be incredibly disruptive – turning simple, everyday activities like walking, climbing stairs, or even standing up from a chair into painful challenges. In search of quick relief, many people turn to cortisone shots. By targeting inflammation in the knee joint, cortisone injections can temporarily ease pain and swelling, making them an appealingRead More…
This was an actual quote from a patient earlier this week… “This shoulder pain is “impinging” on my lifestyle!” He’d been diagnosed with “shoulder impingement” and was having a little fun with the term 🙂 If you’re ever had pain in your shoulders when you try to raise your arms overhead, pull off a sweatshirt,Read More…
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 treatments like medication, injections, and surgery were the go-to options for managing arthritis-related pain andRead More…
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 aging. But here’s the thing… There are plenty of peopleRead More…
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, you need to make sure you did the appropriate prepRead More…
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 the very top of your shoulder, sometimesRead More…
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 yesterday by aRead More…
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 pain” – or aRead More…
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 annually – and is the number one causeRead More…
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