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DOES EXERCISE HELP PREVENT FALLS IN OLDER ADULTS?   Someone asking “does exercise prevent/treat conditions associated with old age?” is synonymous to asking “does medication prevent/treat diseases associated with aging?” The answer only makes sense when exercise is described as a modality, with dosage, how long you are exposed to it, complying with the prescription, […]

Your leg is the entire area between your knee and your ankle. A cross section of your leg will show an anterior compartment (front) a lateral compartment (side) and a posterior compartment (back). Pain in each compartment can mean different things whereas pain in the whole cross section can also be caused by different things.

DOES EXERCISE HELP PREVENT FALLS IN OLDER ADULTS? Someone asking “does exercise prevent/treat conditions associated with old age?” is synonymous to asking “does medication prevent/treat diseases associated with aging?” The answer only makes sense when exercise is described as a modality, with dosage, how long you are exposed to it, complying with the prescription, and

Trochanteric bursitis is a medical condition that occurs as a result of inflammation of the bursa at the outside (lateral) point of the hip known as the greater trochanter. A bursa is a sac that usually contains a small amount of fluid and functions as a friction-reducing structure between two anatomical structures, e.g. bone and tendon.

DO YOU HAVE ARTHRITIS? WHAT DOES IT MEAN Arthritis is the swelling and tenderness of joints. The main symptoms of arthritis are joint pain and stiffness in the morning, which typically worsens with age. It can occur in any joint of the body; fingers, shoulders, neck and back, knees, ankles etc.  There are several types

Welcome to Esther’s Place Wellbeing Hub, where we prioritize your well-being, one step at a time. Today, we’re diving into the world of prehabilitation and its incredible impact on your future health. So, join us as we explore the importance of prehabilitation and the transformative effects it can have on your overall well-being.   At

At Esther’s Place, we understand that recovering from surgery can be physically and emotionally challenging. Post-surgery rehabilitation is a critical phase that requires compassion, patience, and proper guidance. We’re here to offer support and share some valuable tips to help you navigate your journey towards renewed strength. Remember, you’re not alone on this path—we’re with

Welcome to Esther’s Place Wellbeing Hub, where we care about your wellbeing at work. Did you know that using proper ergonomics at work can prevent injuries and improve your overall health? It’s true! When we take care of our bodies, we elevate our entire being. Today, we want to talk about the importance of workplace

Pain is a general term that describes uncomfortable sensations in the body. It stems from activation of the nervous system. Pain can range from annoying to debilitating, and it can feel like a sharp stabbing or a dull ache. Pain can also be described as throbbing, stinging, sore, and pinching. Pain can be consistent, can

Sacralization is a medical condition in which one or more vertebrae in the lower back fuse together. Most especially, the 5th lumbar vertebra (L5) and the 1st sacral vertebra (S1) are the most commonly involved in this condition. Sacralization can be classified into complete and incomplete. A complete sacralization is when the L5 vertebra is