The terms “whiplash” and “neck strain” are often used interchangeably, though there’s debate about whether this is appropriate. Let’s take a closer look at the differences between these two common descriptions of neck pain… What is Strain The term “strain” technically means a stretch injury to a muscle and/or the tendon that attaches muscle to […]
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Neck pain can arise from a multitude of causes from trauma like sports injuries and car accidents to just sleeping in an awkward position. It can also arise from non-traumatic causes like stress, anxiety, or depression. In the past, we’ve noted how forward head posture can increase the risk of neck pain and headaches. Suffice
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WHAT IS IT? Iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS) is one of the most common causes of hip and/or knee pain among athletes. The pain occurs from swelling or inflammation of a muscle group. This includes the tensor fascia lata or TFL, gluteus medius, and minimus muscles. The tendons attach muscles to the knee or hip, and/or the
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