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Types Of Knee Braces: Which One Is For You?

Dealing with knee pain or injury is challenging, but the right type of knee brace makes the road to recovery much easier. READ MORE learn how to choose the best knee brace.

5 Best Wrist Braces For Pain Relief

A wrist brace immobilizes the wrist and prevents the bones from rubbing together too much, causing pain. The brace for wrist also aids in shifting the weight away from inflamed areas of the wrist joint, reducing pain and discomfort. Find the best wrist braces for various wrist pain conditions at HPFY.

Five Best Cervical Traction Devices

Neck pain can wreak havoc on your otherwise healthy life. Traction device improves your cervical health and overall well-being. Read more to find our best cervical traction devices designed to curb the stiffness and discomfort of cervical muscles.

Lifting Heavy Objects from the Floor? Proper Lifting Techniques

We have all faced the need to lift a heavy object and have probably done so without injury. Did you know that you can cause serious injury if you use improper lifting techniques? Lifting a heavy object incorrectly can lead to acute muscle or ligament strains that can last for only short periods or linger longer. These strains are small little tears in the actual muscles of the lower back.

Treating Bunions Using Orthotic Devices

Bunions can be easily managed by opting for a custom-made orthotic device. It will relieve the user of the pain and tenderness and any infection at the bunion site.

Sports and the Handicapped

Many people feel that competitive sports is off-limits to those with handicaps and that is just plain wrong. A multitude of handicaps can be overcome to allow everyone and anyone to participate in their favorite sport and succeed.

Straightening The Toe - Treatment And Solutions for Toe Problems

Toes problems are common among almost all ages and the slightest of problems if not treated can grow to become major problems. Learning the right ways to diagnose, treat, and take care of toe problems can help alleviate pain and also aid speedy recovery.

All About Turf Toe

The metatarsophalangeal joint is the joint that connects the foot to the toes. Injury to the connective tissues in this joint near the big toe is called turf toe. The injury is generally the result of excessive upward bending of the big toe joint. This condition can be caused from either by jamming the toe, or repetitive injury when pushing off repeatedly when running or jumping.

A Brief Guide to Bunions

When the big toe pushes unevenly against the other toes, it nudges outward and creates a bony bump on the side of the foot. This is known as a bunion. Many a times it is accompanied by the swelling of the bursal sac that lies between the joints. Sometimes bunions are erroneously described as enlarges tissues but are actually a deformity of the bone.

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Have you ever taken a long, hot shower and felt like a million bucks afterward? Then you have experienced Hydrotherapy. Hydrotherapy is a special way of using water to promote physical and mental health and wellness at home, in a gym, or at a spa. Find 7 best hydrotherapy treatment products at HPFY to use at home.

11 Ways to Find Relief from Fall Seasonal Allergies

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10 Best Hydrogel Wound Dressings for Effective Wound Care

Hydrogels are a popular choice for slow-healing wounds for many reasons. Find 10 best hydrogel wound dressings at HPFY for effective wound care.

7 Best Yoga Accessories to Enhance Your Yoga Practice

To make the most out of your yoga journey, find the right yoga accessories at HPFY. Read about our 7 best yoga props today.

COVID Rash and Unusual COVID Symptoms

Most of us know the common symptoms of COVID-19. We know that fever is generally the first indication of the infection, followed by cough, fatigue, and a loss of taste or smell. However, there are some symptoms that you may not know about. Just like other common symptoms of COVID-19, these other symptoms can mimic other health issues. One symptom in particular is COVID rash. READ MORE.

How To Eat Healthy On A Budget

You have probably had some sticker shock if you have ever gone to the grocery store with high hopes of starting a healthy diet. While it may seem that the only way is to break the bank, we have some tips on how to eat healthy on a budget. So, how do we do this? To find out READ MORE.

10 Best Low Vision Aids

Low vision aids are designed to help individuals with visual impairments. These tools are especially helpful to those whose vision cannot be totally corrected with surgery or corrective lenses. Low vision aids can greatly improve quality of life and independence. Here is our list of the 10 Best Low Vision Aids.

12 Best Home Workout Equipment

A home gym can be expensive, so if you're looking for the best home workout equipment that won’t break the bank, we can help. Here’s our list of the 12 workout machines for home.

5 Best Cardio Machines for Your Home Gym

Cardiovascular exercise improves metabolism by letting you burn calories fast. Find 5 best cardio machines in 2023 to kick-start your weight loss journey.

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