Your bones are the support system for your body – literally. They keep us standing upright, allow us to move, and defend our organs against injury. Shouldn’t we do everything we can to protect them like they protect us? Bone health is a problem for many Americans, especially seniors. 1 out of every 4 women,… Continue reading Taking Steps to Strengthen Your Bones
The older you get, the more important it is to stay on top of your health. One of the best ways of doing this is by regularly scheduling medical tests and screenings. Here are five especially important tests to make sure you keep up with as you age. 1. Blood Pressure It is important to… Continue reading 5 Health Screenings to Schedule as You Age
Running is one of the most popular forms of exercise. It’s easy, great for cardiovascular health, and all you need is a pair of shoes. Unfortunately, injuries are a part of running. Between shin splints, runner’s knee, and stress fractures, many runners spend more time on the couch than they do on the road. In… Continue reading 6 Tips to Avoid Running Injuries
Baseball season is in full swing – no pun intended. As kids everywhere are taking the diamond, we would like to take a minute to remind you about the importance of shoulder health, especially in Little League Baseball. Injuries are a part of every sport, but few are as prevalent as shoulder injuries in baseball.… Continue reading Little League Baseball and Shoulder Injuries: What You Need to Know
Talk to anyone about their health goals, and chances are one of the first things they will mention is their weight. Losing weight is no easy task, and keeping it off can be just as difficult. If you are struggling to maintain a healthy weight, here are five valuable pieces of advice. Make water your… Continue reading 5 Steps for Maintaining a Healthy Weight
For those of us that suffer from arthritis or other forms of joint pain, we know that inflammation makes our lives miserable. It is a necessary part of our body’s immune system, but too much of it can lead to pain and discomfort. Relief is available in the form of medication, but our diets can… Continue reading 5 Foods With Anti-Inflammatory Properties
Whether it’s caused by an injury or a medical condition, joint pain is something that millions of Americans suffer from every single day. If you are seeking relief for your joint pain, here are some things you can try: Self-Treatment Over-the-counter pain relievers. Medications such as ibuprofen and acetaminophen can help reduce pain and inflammation… Continue reading Treatment Options for Joint Pain
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You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers! In this article, the doctors from Orthopaedic Speciality Group take the time to answer some of their patients’ most frequently asked questions about tendinitis. What is tendinitis? Tendinitis (or tendonitis) is the inflammation of a tendon in your body. A tendon is a type of connective tissue that attaches… Continue reading Tendinitis: Frequently Asked Questions
Arthritis – a condition which causes pain, stiffness, and inflammation of the joints – affects more than 50 million Americans. While learning to live with arthritis is difficult, it’s not impossible, and there are ways to minimize the pain. Follow these five tips to help make your arthritis more manageable: #1. Manage your weight. Maintaining… Continue reading 5 Ways to Make Arthritis More Manageable