Yoga Sandals

Have you heard about yoga sandals? Most yoga sandal retailers claim that they provide relief from leg, hip and spinal discomfort along with foot and back pain. While no scientific evidence has backed up these claims, a "Google search reveals numerous testimonials to the benefits" of these types of sandals. The testimonials show a reduction in leg and back pain, and some wearers experienced a massaging effect from the toe separators.


Source: ACE Fitness Matters Jan/Feb 2009

Got Chronic Neck & Shoulder Pain?

A recent study in Arthritis Care & Research found that you can decrease chronic neck and shoulder pain by 79% by performing regular upper body strengthening exercises. You can check out www.shape.com/shoulders for a few exercises to help increase strength and decrease pain.