Whether you’re a professional athlete or a simple fitness enthusiast, you may experience severe pain in your knee. That’s patellofemoral pain syndrome, or runner’s knee. [1]  People often overlook this knee syndrome, as it is common among individuals of all ages. It is mainly due to excessive damage to the cartilage below the knee.  This kind of pain is particularly severe when walking down stairs, squatting, or standing for a long...

Meniscus tear is common, with 61 out of 100,000 people suffering from this injury. [1]The symptoms are: A popping sensation Stiffness Swelling Pain when twisting or rotating the knee Feeling like the knee is “locked”[2] How long to recover from a torn meniscus? The duration of recovery is four to eight weeks.[3] Sometimes it is longer. For better recovery, some people wear knee braces as they offer great support. Will...

Running is a type of aerobic endurance training that can contribute to significant weight loss through burning calories when performed regularly. However, running can also cause injuries, especially for overweight or obese people just starting out their fitness journey. Extra weight places extra stress on joints like knees and hips during the repetitive impact of each step. Therefore, certain precautions for overweight people running must be taken. Overweight Runners Are...

Think of your body as a house and your lower back as the foundation of that house. If the foundation is unstable and weak, it will negatively impact the overall working of your body. Unfortunately, over 600 million[1] people worldwide experience lower back pain, with runners that face this issue more commonly. So the question arises, “how to fix lower back pain from running?” The good thing is nature gives...

How to measure for knee sleeves? There are a lot of people asking because, just like clothes, knee sleeves come in different sizes, and a correct fit is critical for them to offer support, stability, and compression for the knees just how they are needed. To save you from the hassle of after-purchase negotiations and returns, we are providing all the essential guides and tips as to how to size...

Golfer's Elbow, is also known as medial epicondylitis. Its main feature is pain extending from the elbow to the wrist along the inner side of the elbow. Despite the name, Golfer's Elbow can affect anyone who performs repetitive wrist and forearm motions. Explore practical tips for managing pain and preventing, Fivali aims to help everyone live healthily and actively.   What is Golfer's Elbow? When the tendons that attach the...

Knowing how to wear a golfer’s elbow brace is an important skill for athletes and individuals who repeatedly engage in activities like golf and tennis that grip and twist the muscles and tendons around the elbow. Wearing a golfer’s elbow brace is an efficient solution to prevent golfer’s elbow and help with healing. Here, we will introduce to you the most comprehensive guide on how to wear a golfer's elbow...

An ankle brace is an essential instrument for giving support and stability to the ankle joint. If you suffer from an ankle sprain or chronic ankle instability or are engaging in sports activities, wearing an ankle brace would be of great importance to you.  In this article, you will learn how to wear an ankle brace correctly, when ankle support helps, and the pros and cons of wearing ankle support after...