December 17th, 2015 - Posted in Uncategorized
Ease Your Load Consider your joints when lifting and carrying. Carry bags on your arms instead of with your hands to let your bigger muscles and joints support the weight. Chill Out Pain Ice is a natural — and free — pain reliever. It numbs the hurt and eases swelling. If you have a […]
Continue ReadingDecember 16th, 2015 - Posted in Back Pain, Exercise, Health
Tips to Keep Your Joints Healthy- Part 2 Work on Your Range Are your joints too stiff and inflexible? You’ll want to get back as much as you can of your “range of motion.” That’s the normal amount joints can move in certain directions. Your doctor or physical therapist can recommend exercises to improve this. […]
Continue ReadingDecember 9th, 2015 - Posted in Back Pain, Exercise, Health
Tips to Keep Your Joints Healthy- Part 1 Stay in Motion It’s the golden rule of joint health: The more you move, the less stiffness you’ll have. Whether you’re reading, working, or watching TV, change positions often. Take breaks from your desk or your chair and get active. Safety First Padding is your pal. So […]
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