Smartphones are changing the way we live, but it’s not always for the better. Check out how excessive use of this handheld technology is slowly causing our bodies to deteriorate: Text neck. The average human head weighs about 12 pounds, but when the neck is leaning forward, the pressure on your spine increases. At a… Continue reading 7 Ways Your Smartphone is Damaging Your Body
Knee effusion, commonly known as “water on the knee”, occurs when excess fluid accumulates in and around your knee joint. This can cause a tremendous amount of pain and discomfort. If you suffer from knee effusion, it is important to be well-informed so that you can make educated decisions about your health and treatment. Read… Continue reading Knee Effusion – Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
If you have seen an athlete wearing brightly colored tape in odd patterns, you are already familiar with Kinesio Tape. According to popular belief, Kinesio Tape offers support and stability to your joints without affecting range of motion or cutting off circulation. Read below to learn more about kinesio tape, how it works, and what… Continue reading Discover Kinesiology Tape: Benefits, Uses & Effectiveness for Athletes
Skiing and snowboarding are great ways to stay active and experience the great outdoors during the winter months. However, just like all sports, they can be dangerous if you don’t take the proper precautions. Here are a few tips from the doctors at OSG to help keep you safe this season. Before you… Continue reading Skiing and Snowboarding Safety Tips
Physical therapy is often prescribed for orthopedic injuries that are too severe for self-treatment. If you have been referred to a physical therapist, you probably have many questions. Luckily for you, the physical therapists at OSG have decades of experience helping patients overcome a variety of different injuries and medical conditions. Here are their… Continue reading Frequently Asked Questions About Physical Therapy
With frigid temperatures settling in across Connecticut, running enthusiasts are beginning to pack away their shoes until the spring. While the thought of outdoor running during the winter months is unappealing to some, it is actually an enjoyable experience when done correctly. Just follow these winter running tips from the doctors as OSG, and you… Continue reading 3 Tips for Winter Runners
Torn rotator cuffs are one of the most common shoulder injuries, with an estimated 3 million occurrences per year. If you suffer from a torn rotator cuff, it is important to be well-informed so you can make educated decisions about your health and treatment. Read below to learn about the common causes, symptoms, and treatment… Continue reading Torn Rotator Cuff – Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Arthritis is a common part of the aging process, but it’s not inevitable. If you take care of your body from a young age, it will reward you with pain-free years as you grow old. Here are nine things you can do today to help prevent arthritis tomorrow: Control your weight. Maintaining a healthy… Continue reading 9 Things You Can Do Today to Prevent Arthritis Down the Road
Last minute holiday gift shopping is never fun nor easy. If you are struggling to find the perfect present for a friend or family member who suffers from arthritis, you’ve come to the right place. Here are five gift ideas that are sure to be a hit this holiday season: Warm Gloves or Socks People… Continue reading Last Minute Gift Ideas for People With Arthritis
If you’ve ever played baseball, you know that years of catching the ball causes your glove to thin, tear, and damage. Unfortunately, the same thing can happen to your hip joints over time – which might be why they are appropriately named ball-and-socket joints. After years of physical activity, hip impingements may form. If you… Continue reading Hip Impingement – Causes, Symptoms and Treatments