The difference between a strain vs. sprain We commonly hear of injuries referred to as a strain or a sprain. These two words sound the same but have a different meaning. A strain refers to a muscle or tendon that has been injured. Tendons attach muscles to bones. These injuries heal between 4-8 weeks. A
The Causes of Neck and Upper Back Pain Most neck and upper back pain are caused by a combination of factors, including injury, poor posture, chiropractic subluxations, stress, and in some instances, disc problems. Injuries By far, the most common injury to the neck is a whiplash injury. Whiplash is caused by a sudden movement
When you have aches and pains in your body and you go to see the doctor, they are likely to prescribe you painkillers or other tablets designed to suppress the symptoms and allow you to function without curing the cause of the problem. If you take painkillers over a long period of time, or ignore
People suffer life changing injuries every day, from automobile accidents to sports injuries, and beyond. These incidents can leave you damaged, with damage such as back pain, struggling to walk, or difficulty in performing everyday tasks. Even if you are not a professional athlete, you may discover that your work is inhibited by the after-effects
You have always been in good shape in your life. You eat right, you love to exercise, play different sports, and you work to take care of yourself. Even those of us that take the best care of our bodies are not immune to accidents and injuries, however. You can find yourself involved in a
Getting into an accident in your car can cause you a great deal of physical and emotional trauma. Even what may seem like a minor accident can cause serious injuries to you, and you can find yourself dealing with back and neck injuries that linger for months and months. Taking care of any injuries or
When you have chronic pain in your back, neck, or legs, you may try all kinds of potential remedies so that you can live a more comfortable life. You may have seen countless doctors, undergone tests and x-rays, and even tried many prescription pain medications without any good results. You have always considered the possibility
So many of us today end up having back problems for one reason or another. Back injuries can result from all kinds of things, with everything from a car accident to a sports injury to a slip and fall to lifting a box in the garage incorrectly acting as the cause. No matter what the
No one relishes the idea of waking up every morning and feeling pain instead of feeling well-rested and ready for the day. The back, neck, shoulder or leg pain you have felt for weeks is not getting better on its own and is completely disrupting your life. You find you have trouble getting up and
Being involved in an auto accident is certainly a traumatic experience for you. While you were able to survive the accident you may have sustained injuries that can linger for a long time. Finding the right type of regular treatment for these injuries can be a challenge for you, particular if they involve your back,
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