Those working at home and stuck in front of a screen, do yourself a favor: get up and move. Take breaks to stretch often. Your neck, upper back, and shoulder pain are likely due to prolonged sitting. Stretching regularly will help alleviate pain, and your body will thank you.

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Want to keep up with your grandkids in the future? Want to be able to pick them up off the ground? Strength and resistance training are key! If you struggle now, it won’t get easier in your 60s.

Yes, you can squat even with knee arthritis. You might not go all the way down or use weights, but with training, it’s possible. You are not making the arthritis worse. In fact, the more you train, the more you PROTECT your knee and PREVENT the arthritis from getting worse.

Exercise is medicine. It often outperforms many prescription medications for chronic diseases. Build strength, boost health, and elevate your energy. Consistency is key—start small and stay committed. Your future self will thank you!

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Strength and aerobic exercises are among the most effective treatments for knee arthritis. They cost nothing but time and determination. In contrast, doctors, physical therapists, and injections can be expensive and may not yield better outcomes compared to regular exercise.

For those suffering from tennis elbow, use a massage ball to “roll” around your forearm muscles. Underlying trigger points in the extensor muscles often contribute significantly to the pain. Releasing these muscle knots can provide tremendous pain relief.

Sarcopenia often flies under the radar as a treatable disease, but it’s crucial to recognize its impact. Loss of muscle mass and strength can affect mobility and quality of life. Early intervention with strength training and proper nutrition can make a significant difference.

Do back problems lead to hip issues? Or do hip problems lead to back issues? Does it matter? Those with low back pain often have decreased hip mobility and weaker hip muscles. Everything is affected and must be addressed through a comprehensive exercise and stretching program.

Partial tears of the rotator cuff are very common in people WITHOUT shoulder pain. So, if your MRI shows a partial tear, it does NOT mean you need surgery. Non-surgical treatments focused on strengthening and supporting the shoulder are often enough to be pain-free.

Osteoarthritis is as much a metabolic disease as it is a wear and tear disease. The metabolic component affects outcomes. "When diabetes, hypertension and obesity coexist with OA, patients experience heightened baseline pain compared to metabolically healthy individuals."

Many orthopedic problems are caused by poor nutrition and metabolic dysregulation. Higher BMI, excess weight, diabetes, and hyperlipidemia all increase the risk of developing adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder.