Author: C&P Health Expert

The Achilles tendon is a fibrous band of tissue that links the muscles in your calf to your heel. The strength and flexibility of this tendon are important for jumping, running, and walking. Your Achilles tendon bears a lot of stress and pressure during everyday activities, as well as during athletic and recreational play Achilles…

The link between flat feet and back pain is a real phenomenon that can no longer be ignored. People with flat feet have a greater risk of developing back pain, due to the impact and stresses that flat feet put on the rest of the body. This can include tight calf muscles and Achilles tendons,…

Have you recently started playing golf? Are you an experienced player tired of taking longer than your golf friends to get around the course? Everyone is competitive, it’s in our nature. No matter what task is at hand, we always strive to do our best. It’s no different when it comes to playing golf. So,…

Demystifying Chiropractic Medicine One of the most common questions we get whenever we are out in the field is “What is Chiropractic?” Some pronounce it as ˈkī-rə-ˌprak-tik’   while others pronounce it as CHī-rə-ˌprak-tik. While the profession is growing in the country, it is still remains a mystery and prone to all sorts of theories and…

In recent times, there has been a shift away from “optimal” postures, as there is a large degree of anatomical variance between individuals. Rather, the more important factor, which may result in stiffness or pain; is maintaining the same posture for a prolonged period of time without movement. The studies which have been performed comparing…

“Stand up straight.” That’s timeless advice we’ve probably all heard at one time or another. It’s worth heeding. Good posture is important to balance: by standing up straight, you center your weight over your feet. This also helps you maintain correct form while exercising, which results in fewer injuries and greater gains. And working on…

A truly effective exercise routine is one that is maintained throughout its course until the end goal is reached, whether that be losing weight, improving one’s time in a run, or getting stronger. The biggest challenge most people face is staying consistent. Why is that? A common answer is ‘life happens’. After a long stressful…

A common request many women have whenever it comes to losing weight is to only get rid of fat in certain areas and leave others untouched. Some may just want to lose the belly but keep the hips. Maybe get rid of the bingo wings (fat below arms) and nothing else. The desire to lose…

A foam roller is a lightweight foam cylinder that you can use to self- administer deep tissue massage. It helps to get rid of annoying muscle aches, prevent pain and soreness and improves overall comfort. Types of foam rollers. Foam rollers comes in various densities and shapes. It is important to make sure you choose…