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Why is one of your hips tighter than the other? 4 potential explanations

Have you ever tried to perform an exercise during a workout that left your hip feeling tight and potentially even painful? Tightness in the hips can not only be frustrating...

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3 factors that can cause hip stiffness after sitting

Many people sit for several hours each day. Whether you work at a desk in an office or at home, sitting can place immense pressure and strain on your joints....

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Why does jumping rope lead to Achilles tendon pain?

The Achilles tendon is considered the strongest tendon in the human body, but it is frequently injured. In fact, about 24% of athletes experience Achilles tendon injuries. This is because...

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3 exercises you should avoid when you have spinal stenosis

Up to 500,000 Americans are currently living with spinal stenosis, a condition in which the spaces between the vertebrae narrow and compress major nerves. For most people, symptoms develop slowly....

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3 reasons that your hands may hurt postpartum

Postpartum aches and pains can be numerous, ranging from hip and pelvic pain to neck and back pain. While hand and wrist pain is not a postpartum symptom most would...

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3 benefits a PT clinic-based gym membership can have for you

On the outside, a physical therapy clinic-based gym can seem a lot like a regular gym. Both have lots of different workout equipment and people who are interested in pushing...

musculoskeletal causes of chronic pelvic pain

The top 5 musculoskeletal causes of chronic pelvic pain

Pelvic pain is pain that occurs in the lower abdominal area and between your hips. If you’ve been experiencing pain in your pelvic region that has not gone away after...

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Pre-run exercises that can slash your lower back pain when running

Lower back pain can be crippling. Additionally, it can hinder one’s ability to perform daily tasks such as bending down to do the laundry, washing the dishes and getting from...

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Should I go get a balance and gait assessment?

A balance and gait assessment is conducted to determine whether an individual has common fall risk factors. The goal of the testing is to identify any risk factors and implement...