Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is a common condition that typically develops within 12 to 24 h after exercise, peaks at 24 to 72 h, and usually resolves within 7 days A 2025 study looked into what the effects of massage where on the body after exercise The best amount of time was around 40 minutes , as athletes recovered better compared to a 25-minute therapy session

What Is Self-Myofascial Release (SMR)? Think of SMR as DIY massage therapy. It’s the practice of using tools like foam rollers, massage balls, or handheld devices to release tight fascia (the connective tissue that wraps around your muscles). Benefits of SMR include: Reduced muscle tension and stiffness Improved blood flow and flexibility Faster recovery from daily stress or workouts Relief from nagging low back pain

🎶 The Hidden Cost of Musical Passion Famous artists such as Lady Gaga (fibromyalgia), Céline Dion (stiff-person syndrome), and Selena Gomez (lupus) have spoken openly about their battles with musculoskeletal and rheumatic conditions. But it’s not just stars who are affected — professional and amateur musicians alike experience strain from long hours of practice and repetitive motion. Studies show that up to 76% of professional musicians report musculoskeletal problems seve

🔍 Flexibility and Spinal Health in Golf The study found that flexibility is a big factor in the risk of spinal injuries — particularly in the thoracic and lumbar spine. Specifically: Golfers with fair shoulder flexibility had a significantly lower risk of lower back injuries. Too much flexibility — known as hypermobility — doesn’t necessarily help, and can actually increase the risk of injury. Limited flexibility can also increase injury risk by forcing the body

If you’re a nurse (or know one), you already know the job is tough. Long hours, heavy lifting, and being on your feet for most of the day (or night!) can take a serious toll on the body. But did you know? Around 20% of workers have non-standard schedules like rotating or night shifts—and in healthcare, that number is even higher. While shift work keeps hospitals running 24/7, it also comes with a price: musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) like back pain, shoulder strain, wrist

Understanding Musculoskeletal Disorders in Computer Workers: Prevention and Management Strategies

Patients with chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy often present sensory symptoms such as tingling and numbness, and some complain of pain, namely spontaneous pain and increased sensitivity to innocuous (allodynia) or noxious (hyperalgesia) stimuli The current thinking for recommendations for cancer patients is: To do at least 150 to 300 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity 75 to 150 minutes of vigorous-intensity activity OR a combination of bo

Enhancing Postural Stability through Hip Exercises for Chronic Lower Back Pain Relief Lower back pain (LBP) occurs in 80% of the general population at least once during a person’s lifetime, with the highest prevalence rate being in the 40–80 age group. 90% of non-specific LBP (NSLBP) cases are classified as chronic LBP Factors that can lead to non-specific low back pain are: Lumbar Subluxations Hip height differences Weak core muscles Weak hip musc

Essential Nutrients to Alleviate Neuropathic Pain in Your Diet Today Currently, 1 in 5 people are waking up each day with CHRONIC (long-term) PAIN. Neuropathic pain is a persistent or intermittent spontaneous pain characterised by an increased response to mechanical and thermal stimuli

Deep Dry Needling Combined with Stretching Effective for Muscle Pain? Muscle pain- what happens? characteristic effects include heig

Stretching or Strengthening: What's the Best Approach for Hip Pain? Pain in the sacroiliac joint is the most prevalent and often overlook

What is chiropractic care?Chiropractic care is a form of alternative medicine that emphasises the body's ability to heal itself. It involves spinal adjustments to address where there is dysfunction in the spine to help the nervous system function better

Exploring the Impact of Physical Activity and Posture on Low Back Pain in Older Women Low back pain (LBP) is a widespread and disabling condition, with 60–70% of the population suffering at least one episode of LBP during their lifetime worldwide LBP affects more women than men and is generally defined as a nonspecific self-limiting process

Work related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMDs) often occur in market vendors because of job characteristics such as prolonged sitting and st

Fibromyalgia (FM) is a chronic and complex disorder that affects approximately 3–10% of the world’s population FM occurs more frequently in women between 20 and 55 years of age and shows an increase with advancing age, affecting approximately 7.4% of women between 70 and 79 years of age The Signs and Symptoms of Fibromyalgia are : widespread musculoskeletal pain that persists for at least three months, marked by various indicators, including exhaustion , impaired men

There is also an increasing number of neurodevelopmental disorders (NDD's) seen in school-aged children. Neurodevelopmental disorders (NDD's) encompass conditions such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), dyslexia, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), dyspraxia, dyscalculia, dysphonia, Tourette syndrome, synesthesia, and other distinctions in behaviour and neurobiology

What is Rheumatoid Arthritis? Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a long-term, systemic autoimmune condition that significantly impacts the bo

Exploring the Variability of Spinal Stiffness and Its Impact on Daily Activities

Backpacks are crucial for students to carry school essentials, yet their weight, ranging from 4.5 to 18 kg, poses significant health risks

Explore These 5 Breathing Exercises to Alleviate Low Back Pain Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is particularly prevalent and enduring, whi