SACROILIAC JOINT PAIN – THE BACK PAIN THAT SLOWS YOU DOWN

SACROILIAC JOINT PAIN – THE BACK PAIN THAT SLOWS YOU DOWN

The sacroiliac joint (SI joint) is a joint located in the pelvis between the sacrum (the bone at the bottom of the spine) and the ilium (the uppermost bone in the hip). It is a strong and stable joint that connects the spine to the pelvis and plays an important role...
HERNIATED DISCS – A PAIN IN THE BACK

HERNIATED DISCS – A PAIN IN THE BACK

As an athlete and former ER nurse, I’ve witnessed how a herniated disc can take a toll on my friends and colleagues. Back pain is a familiar foe that many folks confront at some point. One of the culprits behind this debilitating condition is a herniated disc,...
KEEPING IT HEALTHY – L-CARNITINE

KEEPING IT HEALTHY – L-CARNITINE

Today’s installment of Keeping it Healthy brings you information about an important and sometimes controversial amino acid, L-Carnitine.This amazing amino acid is known to improve cellular energy production and is used by both athletes and non-athletes to boost...
KNEE PAIN 2 – MENISCUS TEARS

KNEE PAIN 2 – MENISCUS TEARS

Are you suffering from a meniscus tear? Meniscus tears are a common knee injury that can be incredibly painful and limit mobility. The meniscus is a piece of cartilage that provides cushioning and support to the knee joint. When this cartilage is damaged, either...