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Muscle Tear? Stop Stretching, Start Healing: Your Recovery Guide
Pulled a hamstring or calf? That sharp pain, swelling, and stiffness are classic signs of a muscle tear. Your natural urge might be to stretch, but pulling on already disrupted muscle fibers can worsen it. Instead, focus on smart recovery! Immediately after injury, ice, compress, and elevate to reduce swelling. Once the initial sensitivity subsides, try gentle massage around the tear and a specific taping technique to support healing. Then, gradually introduce pain-free movem
Dr. Edward Fu
Oct 113 min read
The Body Bank Account: Why Your Pain Pops Up Out of Nowhere (Even After Years!)
Ever wonder why pain suddenly appears? Dr. Justin Lin's body capital theory explains it. We all have a "body bank account"; consistent withdrawals (injuries, stress, poor habits) without deposits (sleep, healthy living, good relationships) lead to depletion. Hit zero, and you're at your pain threshold. Go into debt, and pain acts like a debt collector. Invest physically, mentally, and emotionally daily to manage pain and avoid "kneecap-busting" consequences. Heal smarter, not
Dr. Justin C. Lin
Sep 135 min read
Pickleball Knee Pain? Why It Happens and 4 Smart Moves to Fix It
Pickleball knee pain on the rise? You're not alone! Dr. Justin Lin explains why issues like short courts, quick stops, and weak hips contribute. Learn 4 smart exercises to fix it: hip mobilization for better rotation, isometric hip holds for stability, ankle dorsiflexion for improved mobility, and soleus calf pushes for shock absorption. Stop pain, improve play, and heal smarter!
Dr. Justin C. Lin
Aug 163 min read
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