Article featured on Children’s Hospital Colorado Most young athletes know that injuries are possible when they’re active and a training injury or soreness is almost inevitable. So, what can you do to help heal from minor muscle injuries? Stretching, for one. Pretty much everyone can do it, but you have to know how and when […]
If you have student athletes in your house, then you should be aware of the following common injuries that tend to occur this time of year.
Back pain is consistently high as a reason for emergency care, lost time at work, and disability. Sometimes lifestyle habits can contribute.
Article featured on Mayo Clinic Everyone needs exercise, but it’s especially important for people with arthritis. Exercise increases strength and makes moving easier. Exercise reduces joint pain and helps fight tiredness. Of course, when joints are stiff and painful, the thought of walking around the block or swimming a few laps might seem like too […]
Article featured on Midwest Orthopedic Nutrition does more than just provide fuel for your body. Nutrition also plays a vital role in maintaining your overall health and well-being. When it comes to orthopedic health – the health of our bones, joints, and muscles – what we eat can significantly impact our mobility, strength, and how […]
Article featured on Harvard Health Publishing If your doctor has recently diagnosed you with osteoporosis, or if you’ve already had a fracture, you might be avoiding exercise for fear of breaking another bone. Yet staying active is exactly what you should be doing right now. If you’ve already had one fracture, the risk of an […]
Article featured on DukeHealth Rotator cuff tears are more common than you may think. About 10% of people in their 50s and half over the age of 70 will have one. While many rotator cuff tears are related to aging, they can occur in younger people as a result of overuse, poor shoulder mechanics, or […]
Article featured on Central Arkansas Foot & Ankle Specialists Your feet play a bigger role in your overall health than you might think. From balance and mobility to early indicators of systemic conditions like diabetes or circulatory issues, foot health is directly tied to your overall well-being. Prioritizing regular foot care can lead to better […]
Scheduling that first doctor’s visit for your joint pain can be scary. Here’s an idea of what you can expect during a typical first appointment with an orthopedic surgeon.
Article featured on UBMD Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Bone loss is serious business. Both men and women reach maximum bone mass around the age of 30 — and after that, it’s a matter of maintaining what you’ve got. The National Institutes of Health estimate that 10 million Americans have osteoporosis and another 34 million suffer […]