Give Praise to the Elbow: A Bending & Twisting Marvel
Here’s why we should give praise to elbows and do all we can to protect them. The human experience would be quite different without elbows.
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Hip Flexor Strain
Article featured on Cleveland Clinic Hip flexor strains are painful, and it can be frustrating to sit out from a sport for a few weeks. The good news is that you can treat them at home with rest, icing and over-the-counter medicine. What is a hip flexor strain? A hip flexor strain is an injury […]
How to Avoid Shin Splints When Running
Article featured on Summit Ortho You’ve finally done it — you’re off the couch and out on the running trail. You’re excited to begin your running journey, and the first few days feel pretty good. But then, you start to notice pain on the front of your shin. Your shins begin to feel more and […]
8 Ways to Move More During the Workday
Getting enough movement into your week if you have a sedentary job can be very challenging. Find out ways to help improve that.
Radiating Pain in Your Leg? Best to See Your Doctor
Have you noticed a sharp pain that’s been radiating down your leg? If so, you may be experiencing a herniated disc or damaged nerve.
Causes of Ankle Popping and Clicking
Most popping cases are not detrimental to your physical health. However, if left untreated, they could cause mobility complications.
What Are the Red Flags for Knee Pain
Article featured on The Noyes Knee Institute Knee pain can result from overexertion, injury, or medical conditions like arthritis. This pain hinders daily activities like walking, decreasing your overall productivity. At Noyes Knee Institute, we’ll treat your knee pain to improve your quality of life. Here are some red flags that necessitate seeing an orthopedic […]
Types of Surgery for Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic neck pain can be debilitating, interfering with your ability to work and enjoy life to the fullest. If conservative treatments haven’t helped relieve your symptoms, it may be time to consider surgery.
Joints That Are Most Commonly Affected by Arthritis
Arthritis is a long-term (chronic) condition that causes joint inflammation. When you’re living with arthritis, a simple task, such as tying your shoe or buttoning your shirt can become a challenging one.
Foot or Ankle Fractures & Dislocations
Article featured on Mercy Health Causes of foot or ankle fractures or dislocations A foot or ankle fracture or dislocation can be caused by a variety of factors. Some of these include: An acute injury caused by direct force like a fall, car accident or a sporting accident Overuse or repeated movements that wear down […]