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  Sports Medicine: Patellofemoral Disorders

  Tags: Pain Management, Sports Medicine | Posted on: 08-Nov-2023 | No of views: 2771

  Pain, swelling, stiffness, or a buckling sensation in the knee can signal the presence of a wide variety of conditions or injuries that may affect the general population. But patients who injure or aggravate their patellofemoral joint, where the end of the femur (the long bone in the thigh) meets the patella (the kneecap), or those who develop arthritis in this portion of the knee only, often have specific complaints such as pain with stairs especially descending, pain with prolonged sitting, and pain going from a sitting to a standing position. They may also have anatomical features that put them at risk for their condition.

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  Active Physical Therapy for Neck Pain

  Tags: Pain Management, Physical Therapy | Posted on: 06-Nov-2023 | No of views: 2920

  When treating neck pain, the primary focus of physical therapy is to improve the neck’s strength and flexibility. These goals are best achieved through active exercises designed to work the neck and surrounding muscles, gradually increasing the workload. The type and number of exercises can vary, and sometimes exercises are included to work other areas of the body as well.

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  Health And Wellness: CBD for Joint Pain

  Tags: Pain Management, Health and Wellness | Posted on: 03-Nov-2023 | No of views: 2980

  CBD has anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties, making it useful for joint pain. Brands like CBDistillery and Joy Organics offer creams, oils, and salves that can be effective options. How To Use CBD for Joint Pain - Both oral and topical CBD may be useful for pain management, and the delivery method may come down to personal preference. Topical CBD, such as CBD cream, passes directly into the skin, whereas oral CBD, such as a spray or gummies, mainly passes through the digestive system and into the body.

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  Sports Medicine: Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

  Tags: Pain Management, Sports Medicine | Posted on: 01-Nov-2023 | No of views: 2930

  Patellofemoral pain syndrome (commonly called runner's knee) describes pain in the patellofemoral joint (kneecap and front part of femur) that is caused by overuse rather than by a traumatic injury. Other names for patellofemoral pain syndrome include "chondromalacia patellae" (a reference to the degeneration of cartilage in the joint) and "moviegoer’s knee" (since some people feel pain during periods of prolonged sitting).

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  Passive Physical Therapy For Neck Pain

  Tags: Pain Management, Physical Therapy | Posted on: 30-Oct-2023 | No of views: 3123

  When applied as part of a physical therapy program for neck pain, passive treatments help reduce pain and stiffness. In theory, when pain and stiffness are reduced, exercises for the neck can be more effective. Types of Passive Physical Therapy - Some passive therapy treatment types, also called modalities, include: Ice and/or heat therapy. Ice or cold packs may be applied to help reduce pain and swelling.

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  Health And Wellness: Best CBD Creams for Pain

  Tags: Pain Management, Health and Wellness | Posted on: 27-Oct-2023 | No of views: 3628

  Some studies suggest CBD can treat physical pain and inflammation, though research is ongoing. CBD cream for pain may help relieve aches and tension. How To Choose A CBD Cream for Pain? People may wish to consider several factors before purchasing CBD cream for pain, such as: Third-party tests: A person should only purchase CBD products from companies with COAs available for their products. These certificates verify that the products’ ingredient lists are correct and present in the amounts and potencies the company states.

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  Pain Management: Adolescent Anterior Knee Pain

  Tags: Pain Management | Posted on: 25-Oct-2023 | No of views: 2743

  Generally, symptoms begin as a dull ache around and/or behind the kneecap in otherwise healthy, active adolescents (girls more commonly than boys). Patients sometimes hear cracking or popping in their knees, especially when they ascend or descend stairs, jump, or squat. Pain may increase with the continuation of certain activities...

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  Physical Therapy: Exercise Ball Precautions

  Tags: Pain Management, Physical Therapy | Posted on: 23-Oct-2023 | No of views: 2924

  As with many types of back exercises, there are some people who are not good candidates for working with an exercise ball. The ball introduces a significant amount of instability and randomness into what may be familiar floor exercises. While this can be good for working different muscles, it may not be advised in a number of situations, including...

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  Health And Wellness: What Is CBD And Types Of It

  Tags: Pain Management, Health and Wellness | Posted on: 20-Oct-2023 | No of views: 3427

  Cannabidiol (CBD) is a compound found in the cannabis plant. Various types of CBD are available, including full-spectrum, broad-spectrum, and isolate. Many companies have also started to sell CBD oils, gummies, topicals, and other forms of CBD for a wide range of potential uses.
  Types of CBD - CBD is a chemical compound found in the cannabis plant. Unlike delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), CBD does not produce a high feeling after use.

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  Sports Medicine: Shoulder Labrum Tears

  Tags: Sports Medicine, Shoulder Pain | Posted on: 18-Oct-2023 | No of views: 3459

  Tears to the specialized cartilage tissue in the shoulder known as the labrum can cause pain and instability in the shoulder. What Is The Shoulder Labrum? The labrum is a cup-shaped rim of cartilage that lines and reinforces the ball-and-socket joint of the shoulder. The shoulder joint is composed of the glenoid (the shallow shoulder "socket") and the head of the upper arm bone known as the humerus (the "ball").

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