Overview The tough, flexible bands of fibrous tissue throughout the body that attach muscles to bones are tendons. In sports, they can easily become irritated
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What to know about shoulder impingement
What is shoulder impingement? Shoulder impingement is a common cause of shoulder pain. It’s also known as impingement syndrome or swimmer’s shoulder, since it’s common
INTERMITTENT FASTING APPEARS TO HAVE MANY HEALTH BENEFITS, SCIENTISTS CLAIM
Scientists who have reviewed existing evidence on intermittent fasting—where large gaps are left between periods of eating—could have a range of health benefits. Mark Mattson, a
Four Ways to Develop a Healthy Mindset
In any athlete’s pursuit of high performance, most will make claims such as, “I need to get quicker!” or “I need a heavier forehand!” With such declarations,
Benefits of a Running Analysis Program
The running analysis program offered at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy is designed to cater to anyone who wants to improve their running performance. This doesn’t
Food as Fuel: 10 Things to Eat on Tired Mornings
If you find yourself waking up exhausted most mornings, your body may be trying to tell you something. These power-packed foods — from bee pollen
Understanding Allograft Cartilage Transplant Procedure
Video Presented by JRF Ortho: Articular cartilage is a firm rubbery tissue that covers the ends of bones. It provides a smooth gliding surface for
From contusions to concussions: How field hockey can be a “rough” sport on your body
They may play the sport in a skirt, but that doesn’t diminish the intensity and toughness required to make it on the field. Although field
Exercise and cardiometabolic health: ‘Never too late to start exercising’
Exercise provides important and varied benefits for individuals with cardiometabolic disorders regardless of experience level, and certain exercise types may yield better outcomes for those
College Lacrosse Player Back From Knee Injury
A competitive lacrosse player since the age of 12, Naperville resident Kalie Miller, 20, enjoyed a successful and healthy lacrosse career at Naperville Central High
Tips for Starting a New Exercise Routine
Physical activity has been shown to improve health and wellbeing, specifically by reducing the risk of chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
7 Tips for Sticking to Your New Year’s Resolutions
This is the year you finally complete your New Year’s resolution, from saving money to reading a book a month to reducing your stress levels. Whatever