Iliotibial band syndrome, or ITBS, has earned a reputation as one of the most persistent obstacles encountered by runners. This common overuse injury, which is responsible for up to 22% of all running–related injuries in the lower extremities, causes a characteristic sharp pain along the outside of the knee that gets worse with activity. As […]

Falling might seem like a minor mishap to some people, but if you're an older adult, you know full well that a fall can be anything but “minor.” Depending on one's health, a simple fall can lead to serious injuries, reduced independence, and even life–threatening complications. Every year, more than one in four adults over […]

If you occasionally wind down at the end of a long day by having a drink or two, you may not think much of it. You've probably heard countless times how a small amount of alcohol can be good for your health–especially your heart health–and might even recall the saying that a little wine is […]

Everyone knows that however your morning starts can often have a big impact on how the rest of your day goes. So, if you're waking up every morning to persistent, nagging back pain that announces its presence immediately, it could be a sign that a difficult day is ahead. Unfortunately, this is frequently the case […]