Category: Patient Education

Walking in a Winter Wonderland

December 30th, 2017

Walking in a Winter Wonderland

Staying Safe While Walking In The Snow. Each and every year, 1 million people are hospitalized because of injuries sustained after falling, and 17,000 of those 1 million people die. The likelihood of being hospitalized because of a fall increases dramatically in the winter because of the hazards it can put in the street and… Continue reading Walking in a Winter Wonderland

Remain Active During the Winter Season

December 20th, 2017

Remain Active During the Winter Season

Exercising During The Winter Season The winter can be rough on many aspects of our lives. Being forced inside can lead to sedentary lifestyles that are both physically and emotionally damaging. While it’s easy to pass this off as something that’s unavoidable, that’s simply not true. Remaining active in the winter can improve your life… Continue reading Remain Active During the Winter Season

A Detailed Look: Swimmer’s Shoulder

September 18th, 2017

A Detailed Look: Swimmer’s Shoulder

Swimmer’s Shoulder is a feared phrase amongst swimmers. Because of the high volume of arm rotations required in intense swimming sessions, especially in competitive settings, swimmer’s are at high risk for shoulder problems – a 1995 study noted that 47% of collegiate swimmers suffered from shoulder pain lasting longer than three weeks. In this article,… Continue reading A Detailed Look: Swimmer’s Shoulder

Staying Active with Water Aerobics

September 5th, 2017

Staying Active with Water Aerobics

Water aerobics are an increasingly popular method of exercise as more people see that they are an often more effective, and safer alternative to the machines at your local gym. In December of 2013, J Sports Sci Med. published a study on the benefits of water aerobics that broke down their now widespread S.W.E.A.T. method.… Continue reading Staying Active with Water Aerobics

Getting into the Spin of Things with Cycling

August 21st, 2017

Getting into the Spin of Things with Cycling

Staying Healthy While Cycling Cycling is a great activity to either maintain your health or work on striving towards a better you. As fitness becomes an increasingly normal part of life, figuring out how you are going to engage in exercise is imperative. Cycling is one of the most beloved forms of exercise for a… Continue reading Getting into the Spin of Things with Cycling

Your Purse and Shoulder Pain

July 24th, 2017

Your Purse and Shoulder Pain

Is Your Purse Causing You Shoulder Pain? Have you been experiencing shoulder and back pain recently? What’s in your purse? For many women, purses serve as a catch-all. Everything you could ever need is in your purse: books, gym clothes, makeup, your wallet, everything. You’ve probably carried a purse for years now, and the weight… Continue reading Your Purse and Shoulder Pain

Bad Knees: What You Can Do When You Can’t Help the Cards You’ve Been Dealt

July 10th, 2017

Bad Knees: What You Can Do When You Can’t Help the Cards You’ve Been Dealt

Living With Bad Knees Whether it is you or someone you care about, almost everyone knows at least one person who has to live with bad knees. Chronic knee pain or repetitive knee injuries can quickly take a heavy toll on a person’s quality of life, which is why today’s post will focus on providing… Continue reading Bad Knees: What You Can Do When You Can’t Help the Cards You’ve Been Dealt

A Detailed Look: Declining Bone Health & Osteoporosis

June 26th, 2017

A Detailed Look: Declining Bone Health & Osteoporosis

Bone Health & Osteoporosis Osteoporosis occurs when bone density decreases, resulting in more porous bone than would otherwise be the case, which means that the bones are more fragile and more easily broken. This may be the result of too much bone loss, not enough bone being created or a combination of the two factors.… Continue reading A Detailed Look: Declining Bone Health & Osteoporosis

Excessive Sitting and Back Pain

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June 12th, 2017

Excessive Sitting and Back Pain

If you or a loved one are experiencing server back pain we highly recommend speaking with a back doctor or spine specialist to correct the problem. Sometimes issues can improve with stretching or improving your posture, but there are times when the best solution is to speak to a profession. Back Pain 101 In today’s modern… Continue reading Excessive Sitting and Back Pain