Article featured on OrthoInfo Every mile a person walks puts 60 tons of stress on each foot. Feet can handle a heavy load, but too much stress pushes them over their limits. The result is often foot pain — the most common problem affecting the foot. Anatomy The bones of the feet are commonly divided […]
Article featured on Nationwide Children’s Subluxation means partial dislocation of a bone. Kneecap (patellar) subluxation means the kneecap has briefly slid out of its normal place in the groove at the center of the bottom end of the thigh bone. What Is Patellar Subluxation? The kneecap (patella) normally sits in a groove at the center […]
There are all sorts of possible injuries sustained from kayaking, ranging from chronic overuse injuries to minor skin irritations.
Article featured on UCSF Health Frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis, is a common condition usually affecting people over 40, and women more often than men. Statistics suggest that 5 percent to 20 percent of the population will experience an episode of frozen shoulder. Individuals with a history of diabetes, thyroid problems, Parkinson’s disease or heart […]
Article featured on WebMDChronic back pain, migraines, and irritable bowel share the feature of nociplastic pain. In 2016, the International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) proposed the term nociplastic pain to describe discomfort that arises from abnormal sensory processing in the brain. Nociplastic pain, also referred to as central sensitization, is similar to an engine light […]
Article featured on Mercy Health What is arthrodesis/surgical fusion of the ankle? Arthrodesis/surgical fusion is the surgery that joins the bones in your ankle to form a single unit and eliminate movement. You may need this surgery if you have arthritis or another condition where moving your ankle joint is painful. By eliminating the movement, […]
Article featured on Nationwide Children’s What Is Scoliosis In Children? Scoliosis is a deformity of the backbone (spine). It’s when the spine has a side-to-side curve. The curve of the spine measures 10 degrees or more. A normal spine appears straight when looked at from behind. But a child with scoliosis has a spine with […]
Article featured on Harvard Health Publishing Q. So many of my relatives and friends have arthritis. I have been fortunate so far. Is there any proven way to prevent it? A. You may be able to lower your risk for three of the most common types of arthritis: osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and gout. Here’s a brief description […]
Article featured on Healthline Aerobic exercise is an important way to maintain your health and vitality. If you’re new to exercising or have an injury or health condition that’s forcing you to change your exercise routine, you may wonder what type of aerobic exercise to choose. Cycling and walking are two of the most popular […]
Article featured on CareNow Urgent Care As the weather warms up and the flowers begin to bloom, many people are eager to spend more time outdoors and engage in activities that they may have put on hold during the winter months. While spring is a time to enjoy the outdoors and soak up some vitamin D, […]