Kyokushin Karate, also known as Kyokushinkai, is a full contact, self-defense style of karate that was developed in Japan by Masutatsu Oyama (大山倍達) in 1964. Kyokushin is one of the three major traditional styles of karate, along with Shotokan and Wado-ryu. 極真会 (Kyokushinkai) is a Japanese word that means “the association of the absolute truth” […]
Sprained ankle: How to prevent and treat a reoccurring injury
Ankle sprains are one of the most common joint injuries, with almost everyone suffering from a minor strain or sprain at some point during their lives. As a result, learning how to treat a sprained ankle is wise whether you’re treating yourself, a family member, or someone in your care. I’ve been struggling with weak […]
Jumper’s Knee: My personal treatment of Patellar Tendonitis
Jumper’s knee, also known as Patellar tendonitis, is a condition characterized by inflammation of the patellar tendon. It is a common injury among athletes doing frequent jumping on hard surfaces. Since my early age I have been struggling with intense pain in my kneecaps when doing my favorite sport. At the age of 10 I […]