With the coronavirus pandemic still developing and social distancing rules in place, life has taken an odd, albeit temporary, turn. And as a result, many people are left wondering how they can adjust their routines and continue to perform many of the tasks of daily living.
You’ve probably heard of the gluteus maximus — the medical term for the biggest butt muscle. But most people never hear about the lesser-known gluteus medius — until they injure it.
The most common cause of knee pain is damaged cartilage. Knee cartilage forms a thick, slick barrier to wear and tear inside the knee joint. When cartilage is healthy, your knees move effortlessly, without stiffness or painful friction. If the knee cartilage is worn or damaged, every step you take can cause significant discomfort.
Arthritis is one of the most common causes of joint pain among both women and men. While it tends to be more common as we age, arthritis can affect younger people too — especially athletes and other people who use their joints a lot. Millions of people suffer from shoulder arthritis, with symptoms ranging from a few mild aches to discomfort so severe, it affects their everyday lives. The good news is, even though shoulder arthritis is painful, there are ways to treat it.
When most of us think of sports injuries, knee or shoulder injuries are probably the first things that come to mind. And while injuries in both these areas certainly aren’t rare, they aren’t the most common. That distinction belongs to the hamstrings, the three large muscles located in the back of your thigh.
