Injury Prevention resources

Senior man and woman strength training with weights at the gym
A lot of people assume that feeling weaker is simply part of getting older. So when stairs feel harder, grocery bags feel heavier, or getting up from a chair takes more effort than it used to, it can be easy to brush those changes off as aging.
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More on Injury Prevention

a woman having a restful sleep
If you've ever slept poorly and woken up with discomfort in your neck or back, poor alignment could be to blame. Check out this infographic that may help keep your spine healthy and your muscles relaxed while you sleep.
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ice vs heat guide on a fridge in a kitchen
If you’ve ever wondered whether you should apply heat or ice to alleviate muscle soreness, check out this heat vs ice reference guide. It demonstrates how ice and heat work to ease discomfort, how they can be applied safely and when to use them.
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couple snowshoeing in the city
This will be the winter for outdoor sports and activity!
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Someone looking at an infographic on a computer
If you’re spending a lot of time indoors sitting down –  don’t forget to get up and take a stretch break. Try doing these five stretches daily to help ease the pains and strains from sitting all day.
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couple with a child moving among fall leaves
Pain on the outer side of the hip is very common, even more so since the beginning of the pandemic.
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woman runner with shin splint and knee pain
You might think that shin pain happens to runners, but this issue can happen to anyone who has recently intensified their level of physical activity.
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Cycling has many health benefits as it provides a solid workout, helping you to improve your heart health and strengthen your core and leg muscles.
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*This article was originally published by pt Health, which is part of the Lifemark family
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