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Is carpal tunnel surgery worth it? The pros and cons

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition that typically affects the hands and wrists. Hand and wrist pain are usually the earliest symptoms and, left untreated, this condition can lead...

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Is dry needling an effective treatment for sciatica?

Sciatica is a painful condition that can affect the lower back and legs. The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in the human body; sciatic nerve pain is usually related...

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Labrum tear vs. rotator cuff tear: How do the symptoms differ?

Your shoulder is a complex joint made up of several bones, tendons and ligaments. When your shoulder suffers a sudden blow or is overstretched over time, you could tear your...

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3 reasons some women feel pelvic pain when sneezing

Do you sometimes sneeze and feel a shooting type of pain in your lower abdomen? Are you looking for the causes of this kind of pain? Pelvic pain when sneezing...

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Can carrying a heavy purse cause shoulder damage?

Not all cases of shoulder pain are caused by sports injuries or traumatic events like car accidents. Oftentimes, it’s caused by something simple, like carrying a heavy bag. But could...

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Why exactly are my sciatica symptoms worse in the morning?

Sciatica is not a condition but rather a symptom that causes pain. Sciatica occurs when there is irritation to the sciatic nerve. It is commonly caused by a herniated disc...

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Pain in the neck when breathing: Why you’re feeling it and what PT can do about it

Many people feel neck pain after a long day of sitting at a computer or from having slept on it the wrong way. Roughly 30% of adults report having experienced...

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How to use a foot wrap for pain in 5 simple steps

Foot pain is a very common condition in the U.S. Approximately 87% of people in the U.S. report experiencing pain in their feet at some point in their lives. The...

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3 common activities you should try to avoid after a forearm muscle strain

Your forearm is a powerhouse: It supports more than a dozen muscles and tendons, the flexions of your wrist and fingers, and your radius and ulna bones. With so many...