Joint pain from arthritis makes it hard to move around, but while it sounds contradictory, exercise is essential for people with arthritis. When done safely and regularly, exercise actually helps reduce pain, improve strength, and increase your range of motion.
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Laser therapy does not use just any light—these devices must emit specific wavelengths of light to cause the desired therapeutic actions in the body.
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When was the last time you stretched? Whether your ultimate goal is to do the splits or just to build up your range of motion, stretching is important for good health. Stretching provides a wide variety of benefits for lasting health and fitness for people of all activity levels.
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Pain is universal – everyone feels pain at some point in life. The level of pain they feel can vary, of course, from the severe pain of a broken bone to the minor insult of a paper cut. Pain can be the result of a wound, overuse injury, muscle spasms, or a long-term illness.
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Are you still looking for a reason to add laser therapy to your practice? Here is what you need to know about adding this advanced therapeutic technology to your treatment plans in 2021.
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Caused by doing repetitive motions, overuse injuries can even develop in those who are typing for too long, or engaging in their favorite hobbies, such as knitting or video gaming. Overuse injuries can take you out of the game—they can also prevent you from working or engaging in everyday activities. Fortunately, you can prevent overuse injuries by taking a handful of precautions.
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Do you have a “weather knee” that hurts every time the temperature drops? You’re not alone – many people experience joint pain associated with seasonal and weather changes. A number of health conditions can cause joint pain, stiffness, and inflammation, but no matter the underlying cause, it’s always important to listen to your body and treat joint pain and inflammation before it causes permanent damage.
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Laser therapy, also called photobiomodulation, offers some of the most innovative treatment options for a number of conditions. The better the laser system, the more effective the treatment and the more positive the patient outcome.
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To help combat the opioid epidemic and reduce opioid prescriptions, the American College of Physicians (ACP) and the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) together released new guidelines to address pain management.
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Our hands and wrists are sophisticated systems of small bones, joints, tendons, and other structures, but they’re also fairly delicate, as these structures aren’t protected by thick layers of muscle. Laser therapy can reduce inflammation and pain while improving function in the hands and wrists affected by chronic or acute concerns.
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