Catelyn Leigh Christian D.P.T.

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• 5 Tips to Prevent Shin Splints

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• Are There Risks to Physical Therapy?

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• What Is Whiplash? Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

  When people suffer from a whiplash, they experience severe pain in the lower neck region, which can spread over their shoulders, arms, and head. They can also suffer from headaches, numbness, and a painful stiff neck. The pain gets accelerated faster in the area around the neck, which needs to be...

• The Best Lifestyle Choices for Rheumatoid Arthritis

  Positive lifestyle changes can do wonders for rheumatoid arthritis symptoms and the condition's overall outcome. There is significant evidence that lifestyle intervention promotes better prognosis and prolongs the life of patients with the condition. In other words, good lifestyle choices make life...

• Holistic Treatments for HIV

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