Heart Attack Symptoms; When to See a Doctor

Heart Attack Symptoms; When to See a Doctor

When the blood flow to the heart slows, or is completely blocked off, a heart attack happens. Usually, the cause is a blockage. It can be a buildup of cholesterol, and fat in the arteries. These arteries supply blood flow to the heart, but once plaque builds up in the...
Exercises to Build-Up Muscles Before Knee Surgery

Exercises to Build-Up Muscles Before Knee Surgery

You can greatly improve your recovery time when you build-up muscles before knee surgery. Exercises performed before knee replacement surgery can also help you strengthen your knee and increase flexibility. You can implement a routine with a variety of exercises at...
Ways of Managing Stress During COVID-19

Ways of Managing Stress During COVID-19

Managing stress during COVID-19 can be made much easier with the use of these nine mindfulness techniques. Covid-related stress and worry has caused 53% of adults in the United States say that their mental health has deteriorated. From the same pandemic that gave you...
The Importance of a Complete Warm-Up

The Importance of a Complete Warm-Up

Shouldn’t a two-minute jog around the block, some arm swings, and a hamstring stretch suffice? No way! A complete warm-up can help you get the most out of your workout, training session, practice, or game. A well-thought-out warm-up will not only reduce your...
The Basics of Physical Therapy

The Basics of Physical Therapy

Physical therapists have a specific talent for assessing the human body and helping it return to optimal performance, from breaks to bruises to bursitis. PTs can identify and treat a variety of common diseases and movement abnormalities using cutting-edge equipment...