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Grant Cooper

posted 03/25/2009, comment (1)

How to Tell if Neck Pain Is Neck Arthritis

Imagine holding a bowling ball all day, everyday, over your head. Can you feel your shoulder muscles getting sore? Can you imagine walking to work, sitting at your computer, cleaning your house, playing with your kids, and all the time holding that bowling ball over your head? Well, that is essentially what your neck is doing all... Read more Chevron

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posted 03/23/2009, comment (1)

Can Spinal or neck arthritis lead to headaches?

One of the best-studied musculoskeletal problems is chronic neck pain. The most common cause of chronic neck pain is facet joint disease. The facet joints are the small joints in the spine. They act as hinge joints, allowing flexion and resisting to an extent extension and rotation. Facet joints can become "diseased" by a variety of... Read more Chevron

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posted 03/23/2009, comments (0)

Wheelchairs & Ice Packs: An Arthritis Survivor’s Guide to Orthopedic Surgeries 2

As I continue to heal from my most recent foot/leg surgeries due to arthritis, I've found many things that make my life a little easier. I attached a small shoulder bag to one arm of my wheelchair and always keep my pain meds in it so they're readily available as needed. I also keep an insulated mug (with a TIGHT fitting lid. I'm SURE... Read more Chevron

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posted 03/23/2009, comments (0)

Wheelchairs & Ice Packs: An Arthritis Survivor’s Guide to Orthopedic Surgeries

I am now two weeks post-op from my most recent surgeries on my foot and leg due to osteoarthritis. Although these were #8, and #9 for me, they somehow don't seem to get easier to handle. There are many things that need to be done pre-op. I knew, in advance, because of the extensive surgery on my foot, that I would not be allowed to... Read more Chevron

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posted 03/17/2009, comments (2)

Core Strengthening to Relieve Back Pain & Spinal Arthritis

One of the most important things you can do for your lower back is keep your core strong and integrated with your spine. I'll explain. Have you ever seen a large sailboat? Picture the mast on the boat. What is attached to it? Riggings. Lots and lots of riggings. If those riggings are not there, the mast on the boat... Read more Chevron

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