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A sore back after lifting, reaching, twisting, or an awkward day at work is common enough that many people decide to give it some time. Sometimes that is reasonable. Many episodes of acute low-back pain improve naturally. When back pain is significantly interfering with work or ordinary activities, however, weeks of simply waiting may not […]

An ankle sprain often feels like an injury you should simply wait out. Rest it. Ice it. Stay off it for a few days. Start walking again when it hurts less. For many people, that works well enough in the short term. The problem is that an ankle can stop hurting before strength, balance and […]

A new episode of low back pain can start a surprisingly long chain of medical care. Pain medication may be followed by imaging. Persistent symptoms may lead to specialist visits, injections or additional testing. For some patients, the process becomes considerably more involved than they expected when their back first started hurting. Research suggests that […]

When you strain a muscle, waiting a week or two before doing anything about it can seem reasonable. Maybe the injury simply needs time to heal. Maybe exercising an injured muscle too soon sounds like it could make things worse. And if the pain is already beginning to settle down, you may wonder whether physical […]

An ACL injury can sound like an automatic ticket to surgery. For many people, especially recreational athletes with a first-time and relatively uncomplicated ACL injury, that may not be the case. Research suggests that a structured rehabilitation program can produce very good outcomes for some patients, and starting physical therapy early may improve the chances […]

Forward head, a posture where the head is carried too far forward in relation to the body, is one of the most common postural deviations. It can also be surprisingly easy to miss in yourself. Many people reading this article may have some degree of forward head posture. And it may matter for more than […]

Physical activity is widely recognized as an important component of overall health and well-being. Current federal guidance continues to examine the relationship between physical activity, sedentary behavior, and health outcomes across different age groups. The current Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, developed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, state that adults can […]

Dogs are widely recognized as sources of companionship, and research continues to examine the relationship between dog ownership, physical activity, and health. One area receiving attention is dog walking and its connection to activity levels, particularly among older adults. Research has consistently found an association between dog ownership and increased physical activity. The American Heart […]