Osgood-Schlatter disease is a common knee condition which affects growing adolescents. Typically, the area just below the knee where the kneecap tendon attaches to the shinbone becomes inflamed. The bones of children possess special areas called growth plates, which are areas of cartilage which will harden into solid bone as the child ages and becomes… Continue reading What Is Osgood-Schlatter Disease?
The Mind and Body Work Together Most know that good mental health is vital to your happiness, but it also plays an important part in your physical health, as well. Neglecting your mental health can lead to heart disease, higher blood pressure, chronic fatigue, and increased sensitivity to aches and pains. With a healthy mindset… Continue reading How Improving Your Mental Health Can Improve Your Overall Health
What is Scleroderma? Scleroderma is a chronic connective tissue disease. Classified as one of the autoimmune rheumatic diseases, scleroderma, which means “hard skin,” affects about 300,000 Americans and is not contagious. Scleroderma can be broken down into two conditions – localized scleroderma and systemic sclerosis. The severity can vary from person to person depending on… Continue reading Treatment for Scleroderma Joint Pain and Systemic Sclerosis Arthritis
The Junk Drawer of the Body The tighter your hips are, the tighter your lower back, and the rest of your body will be. Our hips can carry all of our built up weight, both physically and emotionally. Because of this, our hips often act as the ‘junk drawer of our bodies’, making it important… Continue reading 5 Yoga Poses To Release Hip Pain
Summer provides the perfect weather to get out into the water and start swimming. Whether you’re training for your next triathlon or going on a leisurely swim with friends, it’s important to stay safe when swimming in open bodies of water. Follow these tips during your next swim to stay safe and enjoy all that… Continue reading Safety Tips for Open Water Swimming
When it comes to our physical health, gender plays a big part in what you’re at higher risk for. Symptoms can vary, too. When it comes to backpain, it’s not different. Though most back issues can happen to both male or females, here’s 5 conditions that tend to affect women more: 1. DEGENERATIVE SPONDYLOLISTHESIS Spondylolisthesis… Continue reading The Back Pain Conditions That Affect Women More
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
