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Collagen for Strong Tendons and Ligaments

January 4, 2019 / 3 minutes of reading

Collagen (or gelatin) + a good source of vitamin C can make your tendons and ligaments stronger. This may help you return to play faster. Take this combination 60 minutes before activity. It takes 30 – 60 minutes for the amino acids in collagen (namely proline, glycine, lysine, hydroxyproline, and hydroxylysine, which are building blocks of collagen, the primary protein in ligaments, tendons and bone) to peak in your bloodstream. This way they will peak right when the pumping action …

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NSAIDs Can Help Decrease Inflammation and Pain but Impact Muscle Gains

November 4, 2018 / 2 minutes of reading

NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) including ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac, celecoxib and indomethacin can decrease pain. Take them for the shortest possible time as they can be harmful. Should you use NSAIDs? If you must get back to work ASAP then consider the risks vs. benefits. Talk to your pharmacist and physician (MD). NSAIDs can Help Decrease Pain from: Acute ligament sprain – use for < 5 days. NSAIDs reduce pain and swelling so you can return to activity faster. Osteoarthritis (cartilage …

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Got Knee Pain? Creatine May Improve Your Pain & Stiffness

February 18, 2011 / 2 minutes of reading

If you have knee pain, chances are you may have osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disorder and it’s the medical term for “wear and tear” on a joint.  Over time, the cushioning between your joints, your cartilage, can break down causing pain, swelling, stiffness and a limited range of motion. The initial treatment regimen for osteoarthritis often involves over the counter pain relievers, physical therapy, glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate. But, a recent study shed light on the effectiveness …

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Get Rid of Muscle Knots and Tendonitis with Dry Needling

November 6, 2010 / 3 minutes of reading

I’ve spent my fair share of time at PT offices, in training rooms during my college years and at various orthopedic offices. And there’s one common thread I’ve noticed through the years – many practitioners want to put a Band-Aid on the issue and send you out the door. Foot pain? We’ll just assume it is plantar facititis, give you some exercises and send you out the door. Oh, and stay off your feet so you can get better. If you’re …

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