What Is An ACL Tear? The ACL is one of the major bands of tissue (ligaments) connecting the thigh bone (femur) to the shin bone (tibia) at the knee joint. It can tear if you: Twist your knee while keeping your foot planted on the ground Stop suddenly while running Suddenly shift your [...]
Ergonomic Tips For Maximum Health Benefits Ergonomics is the process of fitting the workplace to the specific needs of the individual worker. The overall goal is to reduce physical discomfort while also increasing efficiency and productivity. Neutral Posture Neutral posture means your body is aligned and balanced while either sitting or [...]
Using Opioids For More Than 30 Days Could Increase Depression Risk People who use opioids for 30 days or more in an effort to treat pain could be increasing their risk of developing depression, according to a new study. As reported by the Pain News Network ("Long Term Opioid [...]
Study Shows Americans Prefer Physical Therapy Over Opioids A new survey has shown that Americans prefer non-drug alternatives to treat pain despite the nation’s ongoing opioid epidemic. The research brief (Americans Prefer Drug-Free Pain Management Over Opioids), released in early September 2017, is based on data collected from February through [...]
