When the word “arthritis” is mention, the first thing most think of is pain and stiffness due to aging. But the truth it, arthritis can occur at any age and can be the term used for a variety of joint issues and disease.  This can mean anything from common osteoarthritis to rheumatoid arthritis, which is… Continue reading Top 3 Arthritis Myths

A bunion is basically a very painful bump that forms on the foot. It is caused by a bone deformity that grows slowly. When bunions become swollen and inflamed, it can become unbearable to walk. Fortunately, there are some things that many of us can do in order to prevent bunions from forming.  Wear proper… Continue reading Top Tips For Bunion Prevention

Getting spinal surgery is not an easy decision to make, as any health professional will tell you. Before going into such a serious procedure you should be sure to fully educate yourself on what your specific surgery will entail. Once you and your doctor have decided that surgery is indeed the right course of action… Continue reading The Top 7 Questions to Ask Before Spinal Surgery

Do you meet your step count goal every day? Regular walking is one of the best things you can do for your joints and muscles, especially if you’re recovering from an injury. We see many patients who are in recovery from orthopedic injuries such as auto accidents, and we often recommend daily walking as a… Continue reading Why You Should Get Your Daily Steps In

The muscles, nerves, and ligaments near the spine provide support to the rest of the body. Keeping our backs healthy can increase the overall quality of health for our bodies. And the best way to keep our backs healthy is to prevent any damage from occurring in the first place. Here are a few ways… Continue reading How to Keep Up on Your Spine Health

As spring rolls around, there are a new series of sports for us to get excited about. Along with these new athletic opportunities come a few common injuries. While we can train and prepare ahead of time to avoid getting hurt, sometimes spring sports injuries are inevitable. Overuse Injuries Many sports such as baseball, softball… Continue reading Common Spring Sport Injuries

There are benefits to both ice or heat therapy in terms of treating injuries. Yet, which should you use? When we work out, play sports, or just live our daily lives, we intend to get better, get stronger, and become healthier. Still, accidents do happen, and we may end up injured. Naturally, you want to… Continue reading How to Know When to Use Ice or Heat

Physical activity is one of the keys to a long and healthy life. The best way to work out is to exercise in a balanced way. A big part of that is stretching. Is it possible to overdo stretching? Yes. As always, the dose is in the poison. But some stretching is a must for… Continue reading The Stretches You Should Never Skip During Your Workout

A commonly known accident, whiplash can occur in many situations including car accidents, sports accidents, and other traumatic events. The injury occurs when the neck is jolted suddenly in a forward then backward motion, resembling the cracking of a whip.  There are several symptoms that can come along with the injury. Some common, and others… Continue reading How To Know If You Have Whiplash

Your toes are held straight by muscles and ligaments that also allow you to bend and move them at will. When these muscles and ligaments do not form correctly, a condition called hammer toes may present itself. Hammer toe specifically involves a severe bend in the toe at the middle joint, creating a hammer shape.… Continue reading Common Problems Caused by Hammer Toe