Gym memberships and specialty studio passes can get costly—and they keep you inside to exercise. Why stay indoors when you can workout, breathe fresh air, and save money all at once? Phoenix has a plethora of free exercise opportunities just waiting for you. If it is summertime, plan to hit these places early in the morning … Read more
Next time chronic pain seems like a never-ending battle, try watching a funny movie or reading cartoons. Laughter and chronic pain may not seem like the most obvious connection, but humor can ease the suffering for those living with related conditions, according to a study presented at a meeting of The European Pain Federation Congress. … Read more
Get HealthyBy Jess O’Toole The omega-3 fatty acids found in oily fish like tuna decrease inflammation in the body and help lubricate the joints. The American Heart Association recommends adults eat at least two servings of fish a week because omega-3s are also great for reducing triglycerides and promoting heart health. The benefits of eating … Read more
Thinking about martial arts may conjure up images of people wearing neatly tied white robes chopping wood blocks with their hands. However, martial arts traditions come from countries around the world, and they often include cultural or mind and body elements in addition to the self-defense benefits. For example, martial arts with Eastern roots incorporate … Read more
Men and women experience chronic pain differently, an increasingly large body of research into the area of gender and pain says. Women are more likely to experience chronic pain and related conditions, such as fibromyalgia. However, when it comes to pain after surgery or minor procedures, the picture is more nuanced, according to research conducted … Read more
By Kevin Whipps Everybody needs a little help now and then. Whether it’s gaining the confidence to push for that new raise, or picking yourself up from dire straits, Fresh Start has been helping women in Phoenix, Ariz. help themselves for over twenty years. And this year, as they have previously, one way they’re going … Read more
If you’re looking for a natural remedy for leg pain, consider capsaicin patches. Capsaicin is the active component that gives hot peppers, including cayenne and jalapeno peppers, their famous heat. Although powdered forms of this natural remedy are available, many people find patches or creams helpful for leg pain. Capsaicin patches work best for helping … Read more
Chronic leg pain–any type of leg pain condition that lasts for 3 months or more–is a serious condition facing many people. At Arizona Pain, we always endeavor to provide the most up-to-date information about any pain condition, while also incorporating holistic lifestyle approaches into treatment plans. If you suffer from chronic leg pain, you can … Read more
CrossFit, an intense strength-training exercise, has swept the nation, with the number of gyms skyrocketing from 13 in 2005 to 7,000 in 2014, according to Channel Signal, a consumer marketing company. People are attracted to the workout’s ever-changing nature that incorporates weights, speed training, gymnastics, and stretching. Meanwhile, the intense camaraderie CrossFitters develop while working … Read more
Acute leg pain is very common, and may occur after an exercise injury, muscle overuse, or after spending too long in 1 position. Although pain can be quite severe depending on the extent of the leg injury, proper at-home care and rest frequently allows the body to heal itself without further intervention. The treatment protocol … Read more