Supplementation has become an integral part of modern health and fitness routines. It helps provide a convenient way to ensure the body receives essential nutrients that may be lacking in one’s diet. Among the various supplements available, creatine stands out...
The Olympics in Paris has showcased a wide array of sports, each with its own stories of skill and dedication. I am not sure if you are like me, but I like to keep my TV on during the Olympics. With this Olympics as I watched the events on TV, I found myself...
If you’re experiencing dizziness, we know how frustrating and debilitating it can be. One common question we receive at North 49 when someone books their Vestibular Assessment is, “How will I feel after my initial Vestibular Assessment?” The answer...
When our patients first visit us at North 49, they often don’t understand the difference between hurt vs harm. Many believe that all pain is bad, which isn’t always true. This misconception usually hinders their recovery process, especially when dealing...
Feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day to fit in a workout? You’re not alone. Life is busy, and finding time to exercise can seem impossible. But what if we told you that even a few hours of exercise on the weekend could boost your health and...
For a period of time, my great toe was a constant source of pain, snapping, and stiffness. It wasn’t until about a year and a half after the discomfort began that it started interfering with my running routine. Initially, I tried to manage it through...
A couple of years ago, I started noticing a peculiar snapping sensation in my big toe. It felt like it was out of place until it snapped, and there was a tightness when I stepped back with that foot, especially during lunges. It would come and go. There never seemed...
If you’re experiencing tennis elbow, you might find relief using a tennis elbow strap. These straps can be an effective tool to alleviate pain, though they don’t work for everyone. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you understand how to properly...
Elbow pain can be a real nuisance, affecting our daily activities and overall quality of life. Two of the most common culprits behind this discomfort are conditions known as tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow. Despite their names, these conditions aren’t...
Diabetes is a metabolic disease characterized by elevated blood glucose levels due to defects in insulin production or inability to use insulin. According to the Census for Disease Control and Prevention 9.4% of the U.S population have diabetes, with 23.8% of those...
