Entries by orthosportsmed

Does running cause arthritis?

 Article featured on Harvard Health Mounting evidence suggests the answer is no. When I took up running in college, a friend of mine scoffed at the idea. He hated running and was convinced runners were “wearing out” their joints. He liked to say he was saving his knees for his old age. So, was he […]

What is Knock Knees?

 Article featured on Nationwide Childrens’ Genu valgum (knock-knees) is a common lower leg abnormality that is usually seen in the toddler, preschool and early school age child. In genu valgum, the lower extremities turn inward, causing the appearance of the knees to be touching while the ankles remain apart. Knock knees usually is first seen […]

Gardening, Yard Work and Back Strain

 Article featured on Atlanta Spine Institute Gardeners, Protect Your Spine! Digging, weeding, planting, carrying, spading, watering – there’s a lot of potential for back pain in the average flower or vegetable garden. As the Spring and Summer seasons bring in prime gardening weather, how can we protect our spines? Gardening and Your Back: Preparation After […]

Staying Safe While Exercising in the Heat

Article featured on Mass General Brigham Whether you exercise indoors, on a trail, on a field, or at any other location, your body can overheat. Everyone who exercises—even high-level athletes in prime condition—should have a plan to prevent heat-related illness and be aware of the signs. Hot weather workouts can lead to heat-related illness “Heat-related […]