With the recent increase in work from home, sitting has become a norm for most individuals during work hours. While this may seem comfortable at first, sitting for long hours can lead to various health issues like back pain, neck pain, and poor posture overall. The lack of movement and physical activity also puts one at risk of developing obesity and cardiovascular diseases. Therefore, it is important to take steps to improve work station ergonomics to reduce the negative impact on our health. One of the ways sitting for long hours affects our health is by impacting our posture. Poor...

The human wrist is a complex structure that has evolved over millions of years. Our wrists are the bridge between our hands and our arms, and they allow us to perform a wide variety of movements, from grasping and manipulating objects to typing on a keyboard. But what were our wrists originally designed for? The evolution of the human wrist can be traced back to our primate ancestors, who used their hands for climbing and gripping. As our ancestors began to walk upright, their wrists evolved to support the weight of their bodies and to allow for a greater range...

Having trouble falling asleep or staying asleep? You’re not alone. Studies reveal that 1 in 5 adults in the US struggle to sleep every single night and half of US adults experience insomnia once a month or more. Missing out on the ‘zzz’s’ does more than cause grogginess the next day–it can impact your long-term mental and physical health.  Benefits Sleep is a natural way for our bodies to recharge and repair. Experts confirm that 7 to 8 hours of shut-eye provides many benefits, including a strong immune system, a healthy weight, a balanced mood, and increased cognitive performance. Put...

Are you in your 20s or 30s and experiencing persistent knee pain? Have you been dismissing it as a result of your active lifestyle or a sports injury? It maybe so. But among many other conditions, knee pain in young adults can be a sign of arthritis. What is Arthritis? Arthritis is a term used to describe inflammation of the synovial (fluid filled) joints. It is a common condition that affects people of all ages, genders, and races. There are over 100 different types of arthritis, with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis being the most common ones. Osteoarthritis is caused by...