March 2016

Enhanced warnings to painkiller medications will be added to prescription drug labels to inform patients of additional risks related to opioid use. On Tuesday, March 22, the Food and Drug Administration announced the changes that seek to combat a growing…

Understanding the cause and treatment for overuse injuries like shin splints is key to a successful recovery. What is a shin splint? Medically known as medial tibial stress syndrome, shin splints are lower leg pain that is caused by overworking…

Acupuncture can increase your chances of workplace success and offers many benefits to boost your productivity. Acupuncture may also reduce the physical and emotional impacts of an unhealthy or stressful work environment. At Aligned Modern Health in Chicago, we help…

What is a stress fracture? A stress fracture is as an overuse injury that happens when the muscles become tired and are unable to absorb pressure and shock. The fatigued muscles then put the added pressure and stress on to…

Knee Pain Relief for One of the Body’s Most Hard-Working Joints Knee pain affects how you walk, climb stairs, exercise, or simply move through your day. Whether the discomfort is sharp, aching, stiff, or swollen, knee pain often reflects a…