The Muscle And Joint Podcast

Dec 22 2024 85 ep. 4 mins
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The Muscle and Joint Podcast is your destination for current health related news and articles to help you live a healthier life. Our podcasts are designed to be clear and concise, providing you with information you can implement in your daily routine. Before making any health-related decisions always consult with a qualified health practitioner. Wishing you the best of health!

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84 Ankylosing Spondylitis: Understanding the Condition, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Dec 22 2024 8 mins  
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS), a type of arthritis, primarily affects the spine, causing inflammation in the spinal joints and ligaments that can lead to severe pain and stiffness. Over time, this inflammation may cause the vertebrae to fuse, resulting in a rigid and inflexible spine. This progressive disease, also called axial spondyloarthritis, can impact daily activities, posture,

83 Understanding and Preventing Heat Exhaustion

Dec 15 2024 6 mins  
Heat exhaustion is a serious condition that arises when the body overheats, typically due to excessive loss of water and salt through heavy sweating or dehydration. This condition is part of a spectrum of heat-related illnesses, which also includes milder forms like heat rash and heat cramps, and more severe conditions like heatstroke. Symptoms of heat exhaustion can start suddenl

82 Enhancing Health and Wellness

Dec 09 2024 7 mins  
Hi I am Dr Malik, and today we will be talking about ways to enhance your health and wellbeing. In today’s fast-paced world, keeping health and wellness at the forefront can be challenging, yet making small, informed changes can lead to significant, lasting benefits for your body and mind. Today, let’s unpack some practical steps toward a healthier lifestyle that cover everyth

81 Can Kidney Stones Cause Back Pain?

Dec 02 2024 7 mins  
Back pain is something that nearly everyone encounters at some point, whether it’s the result of lifting a heavy object, poor posture, or even just sitting too long. For some, it might be an occasional, mild discomfort, while for others, it can become a significant and recurring problem. But here’s something that surprises many people: not all back pain is what it seems. In som

80 What Is Mewing? The Latest TikTok Trend

Nov 25 2024 4 mins  
The latest TikTok trend taking the younger generation by storm is something called “mewing.” When I first heard the term, my immediate thought was that it might have something to do with cats. But mewing has nothing to do with feline behavior and everything to do with the pursuit of a sharper jawline. With the school season here, it’s essential for parents and caregivers to u

79 What Is Enriched Flour?

Nov 18 2024 5 mins  
Enriched flour is a staple ingredient in countless everyday foods like bread, pasta, and pastries, but the term “enriched” can be misleading. While enriched flour may seem like a healthy choice, it actually lacks many of the nutritional advantages of whole grains. Understanding what enriched flour really is, how it differs from whole grain options, and why whole grains are ofte

78 How Cupping Can Help You

Nov 11 2024 5 mins  
Cupping therapy is an ancient practice that’s been used for thousands of years to alleviate muscle and joint discomfort, reduce inflammation, and promote blood flow. Rooted in the traditions of ancient Egyptian, Chinese, and Middle Eastern medicine, cupping has been gaining popularity worldwide as a potential natural remedy for a variety of ailments. This method involves placing

77 Benefit From Calisthenics

Nov 04 2024 5 mins  
Calisthenics may not be the latest buzzword in fitness, but it remains a powerful and classic form of exercise that offers numerous benefits without the need for a gym or fancy equipment. This type of bodyweight training has a long history, stretching back to the ancient Greeks and trusted by elite athletes today. With calisthenics, you can get a full-body workout that builds stren

76 Good Car Ergonomics Can Help With Back Pain

Oct 28 2024 4 mins  
Welcome back to the Muscle and Joint Podcast! Today, we're diving into a topic that might sound like a chore, but trust me, it's going to make your time on the road way more enjoyable. Let’s talk about car ergonomics! I know, I know – "ergonomics" might make you think of boring office chairs and technical adjustments. But imagine if making a few small tweaks to your car setup c

75 What Happens To Our Muscles As We Age?

Oct 23 2024 5 mins  
Welcome to the Muscle and Joint Clinic Podcast! I'm Dr. Malik, and today, we're diving into an important topic for anyone interested in aging well: "What Happens to Our Muscles as We Age?" As we grow older, many changes occur in our bodies. One of the most notable is the effect of aging on our muscles. This process, called sarcopenia, is a natural part of aging that can begin as