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Pregnancy - Changes and Aches

May 8, 2008

If you are pregnant and feel your back or pelvic pains more often than usual, you are not alone. Studies have shown that more than two-thirds of pregnant women experience back pain and almost one-fifth experience pelvic pain2,.3. As pregnancy progresses, the intensity of pain may increase and interfere with your work, daily activities and sleep.

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Written by cg · Filed Under Lumbar, Pregnancy, Sacroiliac/ Coccyx, Spinal Conditions | Leave a Comment 

Pain Relief Medications: An Overview

May 7, 2008

Sometimes we are told to take something for the pain. There are quite a number of options out there in the market. Here is a summary of the major categories of pain relief medications available. Read more

Written by MCR · Filed Under Treatment Option, Treatment Options | 4 Comments 

What is an Ergonomic chair?

May 6, 2008

People who are experiencing back pain know that the longer they stay seated for a stretch of time, the more pain they feel. It is a commonly known fact that getting a good ergonomic chair is beneficial to the health of the back. However, when asked to have a good chair, people begin asking, “How do I know if my office chair fits me? What makes a good chair?” Read more

Written by MCR · Filed Under Ergonomics, Workplace Health | 1 Comment 

Sesamoiditis - Pain In The Foot!

May 1, 2008

What is a sesamoid bone?

A sesamoid bone is a bone embedded in a tendon. Most bones in the human body are connected to each other at joints. But sesamoid bones are the ones that are not connected to any other bone. Instead, they are connected only to tendons or are embedded in muscle. In the foot, the sesamoids are two pea-shaped bones located in the ball of the foot, beneath the big toe joint. Read more

Written by MCR · Filed Under Ankle and Foot (Non-sports) | Leave a Comment 

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