Articles by Kathleen Clohessy

Why Does My Chest Hurt After Cardio?

Published Jan,30 2018 | By Kathleen Clohessy

Chest pain after exercise can be caused by overexertion, heartburn, muscle cramps and more serious lung and heart problems.

Can You Use a Treadmill With a Torn Miniscus?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Kathleen Clohessy

The knee is the largest joint in the body. Composed of three bones -- the femur, or thigh bone, the tibia, or shin, and the kneecap -- the knee is stabilized by four ligaments and cushioned by the menisci, two rubbery, disc-shaped pieces of cartilage that prevent friction between the bones.

What Causes Lower Back Pain During Exercise?

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Kathleen Clohessy

If your back hurts during exercise, rest assured that you are not alone. According to a 2013 article in Consumer Reports, about 80 percent of adults experience back pain at some point in their lives -- even seasoned athletes are not immune.