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The pelvic floor muscles help to support the bowels and bladder in both men and women. In women, they also help to support the uterus, and they can also affect sexual function in men. These muscles can weaken with age or, in women, after childbirth. If you have weak pelvic floor muscles, you may experience …

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More than 30% of American adults experience chronic neck pain every year and up to 70% of adults will at some point in their lives experience neck pain intense enough to interfere with daily activities. In this guide, we break down potential causes of neck pain and how to treat it. What Can Cause Neck …

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Parkinson’s is a disease that affects 1 million people in America and 10 million worldwide. Parkinson’s disease (PD), is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects a specific part of the brain. While there is no cure, there are many drugs that can be used to treat symptoms. In addition to drugs, movement and exercise are now …

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It can be difficult to determine exactly what causes TMJ syndrome. For some, it’s genetics. For others, it’s arthritis. It can even be a jaw injury. Regardless of the cause, most people who suffer from TMJ disorders are able to manage the condition with nonsurgical treatments and care that can be self-managed. Although surgery can …

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Back pain is an incredibly common medical complaint. Up to 80% of people will experience back pain at some point in their lives. For some, this pain is temporary and heals on its own. For others, however, it’s more severe or longer-lasting. This type of back pain may require medical treatment, such as pain medication …

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Prevention is always the best route when dealing with sports injuries. However, if you’re already experiencing a sports injury, this isn’t an option. Following rehabilitation measures, practicing safe self-treatment, and seeking help from a doctor and physical therapist are your best options for a quick, safe, and complete sports injury recovery. We break down the …

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Lower back pain is extremely common amongst Americans of all ages and sizes. While there are many things you can do to help prevent back pain, it’s also important to know how to treat it when it does occur. We will discuss treatments you can do at home in addition to how a doctor or …

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Lower back pain is one of the most common types of pain that people experience. Millions of people report lower back pain at any given point in time. It can range from mild to severe and even interfere with your ability to perform everyday tasks. Fortunately, there are some methods you can use to help …

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The number of people who have chronic neck pain has increased by millions in the past few decades. Common treatments for neck pain, especially if it’s chronic, include medication as well as physical therapy. Physical therapy is possibly the most common treatment for neck pain. But how, exactly, does it help? What Are the Goals …

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Back pain is a very common occurrence. In fact, it’s one of the leading causes of lost productivity and missed work days. What causes spinal pain may be different than what can cause lower back pain, although some spinal pain is located in the lower back. These are some common causes of pain in the …

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