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Getting The Spring Back In Your Step: Understanding & Treating Achilles Tendinitis (AKA Tendinopathy) 280 474 ResilientRx

Getting The Spring Back In Your Step: Understanding & Treating Achilles Tendinitis (AKA Tendinopathy)

Achilles tendinitis refers to painful overuse injury of the tendon that connects your heel to your calf muscles. It impacts numerous people – from athletes in running and jumping sports, to individuals who lead less active lifestyles. The pain and stiffness can greatly impact basic quality of life including activities like walking, exercise, and going up and down stairs.

Heel Pain? Oh Heel No!: Breaking Down Plantar Fasciitis and Best Treatments 1920 1080 ResilientRx

Heel Pain? Oh Heel No!: Breaking Down Plantar Fasciitis and Best Treatments

The plantar fascia is a thick fibrous band of connective tissue originating from the heel bone that extends along the sole of the foot towards the toes. It provides support for the foot’s arch, acts as a shock absorber, and aids with gait mechanics.

Are Deadlifts Safe To Do With Low Back Pain? 1038 694 ResilientRx

Are Deadlifts Safe To Do With Low Back Pain?

The deadlift is a popular strength training exercise that involves lifting a weighted barbell off the floor to a standing hip position. However, it is also one of the most debated exercises due to concerns about risk of injury, with plenty of misinformation across the internet. Does the evidence support deadlifting for low back pain…

Can the Meniscus Heal without surgery? 900 600 ResilientRx

Can the Meniscus Heal without surgery?

When it comes to knee injuries, meniscus tears are a very common diagnosis and occur across multiple age groups. It’s estimated that the annual incidence of meniscus tears ranges from 60 to 70 cases per 100,000 people. The menisci are two C-shaped pieces of cartilage that play a vital role in cushioning and stabilizing the…

Does Icing for Injuries Work? 1920 1080 ResilientRx

Does Icing for Injuries Work?

Most of us at some point in our lives have probably sprained an ankle or twisted a knee, and were inevitably given the advice to “RICE” (Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation). We’ve also been advised to take anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen. This has been the go-to self treatment for minor injuries for as far…

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Why You Might Be Tired All the Time, and What to Do About It 1920 1280 ResilientRx

Why You Might Be Tired All the Time, and What to Do About It

Learn how chronic stress can impact your health, energy, and mood—and find out practical steps you can take to feel better.

3 Signs Your Shoulder Pain Is Actually Coming From Your Neck And What To Do About It 1279 853 ResilientRx

3 Signs Your Shoulder Pain Is Actually Coming From Your Neck And What To Do About It

Shoulder pain is a very common part of the human experience that many of us have or will experience. It’s estimated that anywhere between 18-26% of adults will have shoulder pain at some point in time (Linaker, et al, 2015). It can range from a mild, temporary issue, to a debilitating problem that impacts work,…

Finding time to work out can be tough, this article should help
3 Quick Exercise Tips for Parents with Infants 1280 853 ResilientRx

3 Quick Exercise Tips for Parents with Infants

Our children mean the world to us, but they also consume a lot of our time, and personal care activities such as going to the gym can easily fall by the wayside. Not to worry because we’ve got you covered in this blog! Keep reading for 3 quick exercise tips for parents if you can’t make it to the gym.

core weakness after giving birth
Why Is My Core So Weak After Pregnancy? 1280 1019 ResilientRx

Why Is My Core So Weak After Pregnancy?

“Why is my core so weak after pregnancy?” I get this question ALL of the time, even from people who have given birth many years ago.  The answer to this question is: your abdominal muscles have been stretched for about 9 months, and if you have had a c-section, this is a major abdominal surgery…

What to do if you already have back pain
What’s The Best Sleeping Position? The Answer Might Surprise You 2560 1709 ResilientRx

What’s The Best Sleeping Position? The Answer Might Surprise You

When it comes to sleeping and pain, I often have been asked questions like, “what’s the best pillow for neck pain?” Or “is sleeping on my stomach bad for my low back?” Unfortunately, there is no single answer, as each person’s circumstances will be vastly different, even with the exact same pain issue. There’s a…

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