If you have pain on the outside of your elbow that has been nagging you for months, you are not alone. In fact, not a week goes by that we don't see this condition in our office. Let me guess some other symptoms: you can't pick up a glass of water without a deep aching, even though you may lift heavy weights without much of an issue. The pain has probably been ongoing for months and getting worse. You are…
Pickleball has gained significant popularity as a fun and accessible racket sport that appeals to people of all ages. However, like any physical activity, playing pickleball comes with the risk of injuries if proper precautions are not taken. Pickleball involves a combination of rapid movements, sudden stops, and repetitive motions. These factors, when combined with incorrect techniques or inadequate preparation, can contribute to various types of injuries. As a chiropractor, my goal is to offer insights into common injuries that…
It's no secret that my favorite types of cases to work on are sports injuries. Sports injuries are what got me interested in becoming a chiropractor in the first place. They're a change of pace from the more traditional neck and low back pain cases I see each day, and usually involve joints outside the spine. Here in Palm Beach Gardens and Jupiter, we have a huge variety of athletes due to our ability to train outdoors year round. Therefore,…
Note: There is a video of all the exercises at the bottom of this article! Don't miss it! Most people are acutely aware that tennis players can develop a condition called tennis elbow. As the name implies, it is a common sports injury often seen in tennis players. However, living nearby is another joint that's even more important to talk about: the shoulder. You've heard the term "rotator cuff" before and you probably know it has something to do with…
