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When are leg cramps worrisome?
Leg cramps in the inner thigh, outer thigh, calf and arch of the foot can…
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What happens when you tear a muscle?
A torn muscle may conjure up an image of a rope being torn in half.…
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Get your roll on the right way
You’ve probably seen people foam rolling at the gym or heard someone talk about the…
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Feeling the burn: 4 ways to ease sore muscles
Your body can feel great right after completing a tough workout, but when morning comes,…
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6 tips for unlocking muscle tightness
If you’re sitting down as you read this, you might be a candidate for muscle…
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Rules for exercising when you’re sick or sore
Exercising when you’re sick or injured can slow recovery and put you at risk for…
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RICE or MICE? Treating strains and sprains
RICE: rest, ice, compression, elevation. MICE: motion, ice, compression, elevation. How can two acronyms to…
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Pillow talk: Choose the right pillow for good support
If you wake up in the morning with achiness, muscle tightness and a sore neck,…
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What is compartment syndrome?
When an injury causes swelling that impedes blood flow within a muscular group, compartment syndrome…
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