Running a single mile — at about a 10-minute pace — consists of 1,700 steps. And each one of those steps produces ground reaction forces of about two and a half times your body weight. And you know ...

Compression boots used to be something you’d only see in physical therapy clinics and pro training facilities, but like massage guns, the technology has become a lot more accessible. As a runner and ...

Umbilical cord compression happens when the cord becomes compressed, blocking blood and nutrients from getting to the baby. Mild compression is common and usually resolves on its own, but severe ...

What is a Compression Fracture? A compression fracture is a type of broken bone that can cause your vertebrae to collapse, making them shorter. This often happens to the front of the vertebrae but not ...

There are beach days made for laidback lounging in the sun, and there are times when the sweltering sun, surf, and sand call for something a little more active. Be that beach volleyball or exploring a ...

A trusty pair of socks can do more than just provide a barrier between your feet and walking shoes. They wick away sweat and prevent blisters. But a specific kind can offer real health benefits: ...

Jennifer Steinhoff, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician specializing in sports medicine. She practices sports medicine and non-operative orthopedics in Wisconsin. Compression socks—also ...

You’re not imagining it — your legs start to feel heavy, swollen and tired after sitting or standing for a while. If you don’t move around every 60 to 90 minutes, fluid starts to build up in your ...