When discussing injuries that can hamper your day-to-day life, an achilles injury can be one of the most debilitating. The achilles tendon is the largest and strongest tendon in your entire body. Seeing as how it is involved in every step you take, having any level of injury to that vital tendon can be a slight nuisance at best, and a crippling issue at worst. It's also a very big pain when it comes to recovery if not handled with care, as the area around the ankle will tend

Rotator cuff injuries are becoming more common place in day-to-day life. This is not completely surprising as it is the most common type of shoulder-specific injury. But how do you recognize it as a rotator cuff issue, and what can you do about it to prevent further damage? That is what we’re here to discuss today.   Symptoms           The symptoms of rotator cuff damage can range from a few different things including the following: difficulty or pain when lifting or reaching

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