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Key Takeaways PEMF is an acronym for “Pulsed Electromagnetic Field.” PEMF therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses electromagnetic pulses on targeted areas of living tissue over a short duration of time. By altering the electrical activity of cells, PEMF therapy can help increase the user’s overall health by stimulating cellular repair, decreasing inflammation, Read More…
Key Takeaways Hip pain in runners can be caused by various conditions, ranging from arthritis and tendonitis to muscle overuse and ligament tears. For short-term relief, you can rest and ice the affected area, try low-impact flexibility exercises, or take over-the-counter pain medication like ibuprofen. If running still causes hip pain after trying the Read More…
Executive Summary Common knee injuries from playing basketball include ACL injuries, meniscus tears, patella tendonitis, and more. Treatment options for basketball knee pain include pain management strategies, physical therapy, and the RICE method. Knee replacement surgery is a last resort option that can provide long-term relief if other methods do not work. Always consult Read More…
Executive Summary Hip replacement surgery can provide long-term relief for hip pain, but there is often a waiting period before going through the procedure itself. When waiting for hip replacement surgery, pain and discomfort can affect your quality of life and make it difficult to engage in your regular daily activities. Pain management strategies Read More…
Executive Summary ARPWAVE therapy is an approach that uses electrical currents along with a regimen of active range-of-motion and other exercise techniques to help speed up the body’s natural recovery process and provide pain relief. ARPWAVE therapy is an alternative approach to surgery or invasive procedures. Benefits can include faster muscle recovery, pain reduction, Read More…
Executive Summary Knee replacement surgery is a last resort, but often effective, option for people who have tried other remedies for knee pain and experienced no relief. Delaying knee replacement surgery can come with several consequences, including joint deterioration, worsening mobility, and increased pain. One of the key dangers of delaying knee replacement is Read More…