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If you suddenly feel a twinge in you back after lifting something or getting injured, you probably have a muscle knot. Muscle knots are often called trigger points, or TrP, and they occur when muscles can't relax. These points can be anywhere on the body, but the TrPs in the latissimus dorsi, the lower back muscle, and the trapezius, the huge muscle between your back and shoulder blades and neck, are the most susceptible to them.

Did you know that 5 out of 6 children will get an ear infection before they are 3 years old? Ear infections are incredibly common, and because of that, parents should be aware of what to look for and how to treat the problem. Here are some things you need to know about ear infections. What Causes An Ear Infection? Ear infections occur when there is fluid behind the eardrum that becomes infected.

Concussions are a common injury for hockey players. Concussions are responsible for a whopping 10.3% of injuries sustained during games and 6.3% of games sustained during practices. Here are four things hockey players need to know about concussions. How do concussions occur? Concussions occur when an impact to the head shift's the position of the brain inside the skull for a short time. The brain returns to its normal position, but the damage has already been done.

If you often work with your hands and frequently experience pain and numbness in them, you may have carpal tunnel syndrome. This is a nerve condition that can make your hands so weak that you can't grasp or hold onto anything. Here is what is causing your pain and what you can do to prevent it from getting worse. An Irritated Nerve is the Problem A large nerve runs down your forearm, through your wrist and into the palm of your hand.

Seasonal allergies may seem horrific when they are happening, but there are much worse things than hay fever. Some allergies can cause a serious condition called anaphylaxis, which if not treated quickly, can result in death. Some of the deadliest allergies involve something each of us is exposed to every day: the very food we put into our bodies. Peanuts and Tree Nuts A peanut allergy is the most common cause of death by allergic reaction to food, with the allergic response occurring within minutes of ingesting the nuts.

Many patients have been extremely satisfied with the way that rhinoplasty, or a nose job, has improved their appearance. However, there are others who have avoided this procedure because of concerns about pain or other complications during the healing process. Here are a few tips that can help you avoid pain and swelling during rhinoplasty recovery. Avoid Exercise and Strenuous Activity Swelling is one of the symptoms of rhinoplasty recovery that take the longest amount of time to disappear.

Everyone has been there. Your mind is telling you to wake up and get out of bed, but this goal isn't translated throughout your body. Instead of bouncing right up, your back is so stuff, you can barely sit up, let alone walk. This morning stiffness isn't something you have to deal with. Taking a closer look at this problem can help you discover why you're experiencing this and most importantly, how you can overcome it.