Ice vs. Heat: How to Decide Which is Best for Your Injury
Hard as it is to admit, we humans are prone to injury, and the more active we are, the likelier we are to hurt ourselves at one point or another. The good news is there’s
5 Tips for Making Your Joints Last Longer
Do you feel like your joints are aging faster than you? You’re not alone. Truth is the number of joint replacement surgeries has gone up in recent years, but not necessarily among older Americans. Instead,
When Working from Home, Keep Your Back in Mind
Many of us are working from home right now, and your workspace may look a bit different than what you’re used to at the office. Maybe you’re working from the kitchen table with a hard
Avoiding Common Spring Sports Injuries
There’s nothing like getting back outside in the sunshine after winter starts to fade and spring bursts into bloom. High school and collegiate athletes eagerly return to baseball and softball fields, tennis courts, golf courses
Is it Ever OK to Push Through the Pain During Exercise?
You often hear stories of Olympic or professional athletes who heroically fight through pain or injury to secure a win. It’s not even uncommon to come across a story of your average marathon runner gritting
Preparing for a Safe Winter Workout
It’s certainly cold out, but if you’re one of the millions of Americans who vowed to up your fitness game in this New Year, what’s a determined amateur athlete to do? Why, slap on a
Is Excess Weight Damaging Your Joints?
Carrying a few extra pounds can raise your risk for a variety of health problems, including heart disease and type 2 diabetes. But did you know that being overweight can also take a toll on
The Dangers of Returning to Play Too Soon
Patience really is a virtue when it comes to athletes and sports injuries. But too often an athlete’s passion for the game and willingness to push his or her body to the highest level is
Joint Pain Coming at You from All Sides?
A sore knee, hip pain, a stiff shoulder. Are they to be expected as we get older? As we age, nagging joint pain becomes more common, and arthritis is to blame for most of those
What to Expect During Joint-Replacement Surgery and Recovery
When preparing for joint-replacement surgery, it’s natural to have a lot of questions. How long will I be out? When can I drive again? Will I need to be in the hospital for a long