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Why Looking Solely at Your X-Ray or MRI for Knee Pain Can Be Misleading
Why Looking Solely at Your X-Ray or MRI for Knee Pain Can Be Misleading When people experience knee pain, it’s common to hear phrases like, “I have a torn meniscus,” or “I’m bone-on-bone,” based on their X-ray or MRI. Many patients assume that these findings mean they’re destined for surgery or that their [...]
The Truth About Carbohydrates: Busting the Myths for Active Adults
When it comes to nutrition, carbohydrates often get a bad reputation. Many people believe that carbs are responsible for weight gain, low energy levels, and poor health outcomes, especially as they age. However, the reality is that carbohydrates are essential for maintaining energy, muscle recovery, and overall well-being—particularly for active adults. Let’s debunk [...]
The Most Common Causes of Knee Pain: A Physical Therapist’s Perspective on Movement Impairments and Muscle Imbalances
When it comes to knee pain, many people believe that it’s caused by arthritis, a torn meniscus, or other structural damage seen on an X-ray or MRI. But from a physical therapist’s perspective, knee pain often stems from movement dysfunctions and muscle imbalances that cause the knee to move excessively in ways it [...]
How to Get Rid of Stubborn Belly Fat: The Role of Stress and Cortisol
How to Get Rid of Stubborn Belly Fat: The Role of Stress and Cortisol Struggling to lose stubborn belly fat despite regular exercise and healthy eating? The hidden culprit may be stress. Chronic stress causes your body to release cortisol, the stress hormone, which signals your body to store fat in the belly [...]
Exercise Myths to Leave Behind in 2024
As the new year begins, it’s a great time to refresh your approach to fitness by letting go of outdated and misleading exercise myths. Misinformation can derail your progress, make workouts less effective, or even lead to injury. Let’s bust some of the most common fitness myths and replace them with evidence-based strategies that [...]
Why Most Health Goals Fail (And How to Make Yours a Success in 2025)
The start of a new year often brings a sense of hope and motivation to finally take charge of your health. Gym memberships spike, meal plans are downloaded, and people vow that this is the year they’ll achieve their health goals. Yet, studies show that by February, most resolutions are abandoned. Why do [...]
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