de Quervain's tenosynovitis is a painful condition affecting the tendons of the thumb that leads to pain in the thumb and wrist. It is a repetitive strain injury (RSI) caused due to repetitive hand or wrist movement, though conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis or a restrictive scar tissue on the thumb tendons after an injury or surgery can also contribute to this condition. It is more commonly seen in pregnant women and in some professions and hobbies that involve repetitive hand and wrist motions such as hairdressers or pianists, those who play golf or racket sports or those who use their thumb constantly for texting or gaming. In this blog, lets discuss some easy exercises and tips to manage this condition ....
Golfers elbow is pain in the inner elbow which may or may not be caused by playing golf. Another name for golfers elbow is medial epicondylitis, which literally means inflammation of the medial epicondyle.
Four signs that you may be suffering from golfers elbow:
#1. You have pain or burning ....
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Many people with chronic pain are afraid to exercise due to the fear of increasing pain or damaging their joints further. But did you know that exercise can actually help to reduce your pain? In this blog lets discuss how exercises help with chronic pain.
We all love the convenience of a good bag. But did you know that you can cause damage to the spine and muscles from carrying your bag in an incorrect manner? This can range from neck pain to rotator cuff tear to lower back pain, to name a few. In this blog lets discuss 8 easy tips to prevent your handbag from causing pain in the back, neck and shoulders ...
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Do you suffer from low back pain? Do you work at a desk for long periods of time and find yourself slouching over your computer? Do you suffer from stiffness in your lower back after a long day at work?
Kneeling chairs are a simple solution to combat these issues. In this blog post we will look at how kneeling chairs can help alleviate discomfort caused by bad posture by providing an ergonomic alternative to traditional office chairs ....
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