The ribs are designed to protect the lungs and heart and assist breathing. Twenty-four ribs start at the shoulders in… Read More
Experiencing low back pain and diarrhea can be a symptom of a viscerosomatic reflex, somatovisceral reflex, or a combination. A reflex… Read More
Muscle tension happens when the muscles stay contracted after working, sports, exercise, and stress, presenting with stiffness and achiness that… Read More
Cervical spinal stenosis is a condition that causes narrowing of the neck region of the spine. This narrowing can compress… Read More
Motor vehicle crashes and accidents cause significant trauma in a few seconds changing an individual's life completely. Severe injuries include… Read More
The lower back core muscles initiate and control movement and posture. Total body movements start at the pelvis and are… Read More
Nutrition is how the body utilizes consumed food. Nutrition plays a role in chronic pain; lifestyle behaviors can influence how… Read More
Reflex pain is a complex condition that involves the body’s pain withdrawal reflex failing to turn off after the event… Read More
The body is a set of complex systems, including bones, organs, nerves, muscles, and tissue. Breathing disorders are increasing, including… Read More
Children, teens, and adults participate in organized and recreational sports activities for fun, exercise, and social benefits. Individuals and parents… Read More
Referred pain is the interpretation of feeling pain in a different location than the actual cause. For example, a pinched… Read More
A viscerosomatic response or VSR is when the internal organs are going through some distress, illness, or injury, causing pain… Read More
Low back and mid-back pain could be caused by abdominal or pelvic organ distress/irritation or infection that an individual doesn't… Read More
Back pain for no reason that is non-specific is also known as idiopathic, meaning there is no definitive cause like… Read More
Even though it is not officially summer, the heat says otherwise. Individuals with neuropathy can experience flare-ups when out in… Read More
Asthma, coughing, and heavy breathing can contribute to back muscle strain, soreness, and pain. An asthma attack can cause the… Read More
Forearm pain refers to soreness, aches, or discomfort between the wrist and the elbow. An injury or inflammation can affect… Read More
Dehydration affects the body physically and mentally but also affects the health of the spine's discs. Spinal discs that lack… Read More
Bicycling at any level is excellent healthwise, but the specific physical repetitive motions and postures can wear on a cyclist's… Read More