Struggling with a Calf Injury?
Calf anatomy includes several muscles and tendons that overlap and calf injuries not related to the Achilles tendon occur in both competitive and recreational athletes as well as people who engage in hard manual labor. The major calf muscles include gastrocnemius, soleus, popliteal and plantaris. Calf injuries are common sports such as football, basketball, tennis […]
The Truth about Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis. The joint cartilage that normally protects the bones from rubbing together wears down and causes the formation of bone spurs. The most common joints that are affected include the hands, feet, spine, hips and knees. The primary symptoms include joint pain, stiffness and restriction in movement and […]
What is Iliotibial Band Syndrome?
Iliotibial band syndrome is an overuse injury that affects the outer part of the knee. The iliotibial band is a tendon that connects on the outside of your thigh. It runs from your pelvis down to your tibia and crosses both your hip and knee joints. It assists with both knee extension and flexion as […]
What is Myofascial Release?
The fascia is a tough, web like three-dimensional material that is located throughout the body. It is found under the last layer of skin and over the organs, blood vessels, nerves, bones and muscles. The fascia supports and stabilizes and can affect posture. It acts as a shock absorber during any type of motion. It […]
Experiencing Shoulder Pain?
Your shoulder has more joint mobility than any other joint in your body. It is made up of 3 bones and is surrounded by muscles and ligaments for support. The rotator cuff is the main stabilizer and is made up of 4 muscles. Acute or Chronic shoulder pain can often be caused by injury to […]
NSAIDS AND PAIN
Nonsteroidal anti- inflammatory drugs are used worldwide for pain, fever and inflammation. There are more than 20 varieties and they can be found both over the counter as well as by prescription. Different forms of NSAIDS can work differently in different patients. Dose duration and frequency of dose are both contributing factors. The best way […]
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golfer’s Elbow)
Muscles and bones are connected by tendons. Sudden trauma and activities that cause repetitive motion cause injury to tendons that results in inflammation and pain that can make it difficult to use the joint that is involved. Tendons can also break down and tear as people age. Injury or degeneration to the outer elbow tendon […]
Recover Faster & More Efficiently Using Technology
Do you hate being sore for so long? Ever wish you could push harder in the gym more consistently? Here at the Institute for Functional Health, you can explore different combinations of using technology to your benefit. Cryotherapy and Normatec in combination can keep you working harder more consistently. Muscle soreness and limited motion due […]
Am I suffering from Chronic Pain?
Chronic Pain is defined as pain that lasts longer than 3 months. It can be caused by an injury that has been treated and healed or by a disease process like arthritis or neuropathy. It can also be caused by something that can’t be explained. This pain can be in muscles or bones. It can […]
The Truth About Trigger Points
What are trigger points? Trigger points are knots of muscles you develop when muscles don’t relax. These knots can be felt under the skin and are painful. They are most common in the neck, shoulder and back area. They can be caused by stress, poor posture or related to accident or injury. What are trigger […]
