Stretches and Workouts That Are Joint-Friendly
Exercise, stretching, and good nutrition are key elements to keeping your body in a healthy state. It’s good to understand what can help!
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Top 4 Injuries Caused by Trips and Falls
Millions of Americans trip and fall each year, with injuries ranging from mild to severe. Because these accidents are sudden and unpredictable, anyone can be at risk—and delayed treatment may lead to serious complications.
Kinds of Ankle Sprains and Common Treatments
A sprained ankle is the most common athletic injury and the number one reason people go to see an orthopedist.
Stretching Newly Injured Muscles
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 […]
Common Falls Sport Injuries Seen in Student Athletes
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.
How Your Lifestyle is Affecting Your Back Pain
Back pain is consistently high as a reason for emergency care, lost time at work, and disability. Sometimes lifestyle habits can contribute.
Exercise Helps Ease Arthritis Pain and Stiffness
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 […]
Effects of Nutrition on Orthopedic Health
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 […]
Exercises to Help Osteoporosis
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 […]
Preventing Rotator Cuff Injuries
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 […]