Surgery Vs. Physical Therapy for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
If you have lumbar spinal stenosis, you may eventually be faced with a decision about whether to have surgery. However, you might be just as well off with physical therapy.
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An Injury Curveball for Young Pitchers
The love of America’s pastime might lead many young players to play as often and as hard as they can, sometimes for multiple teams. However, that might increase these players’ risk of getting hurt.
A hip and trunk training program for athletes reduces ACL injuries
With the help of the Hockeyroos UWA researchers have developed a hip and trunk training program that could reduce the high rates of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries in all levels of sport.
Hip Fracture Patients: Nearly half have delirium, study suggests
48 percent of hip fracture patients, age 65 and older, had delirium, or acute confusion, before, during and after surgery (perioperative), resulting in significantly longer hospital stays and higher costs for care, a new study concludes.
Caregivers frequently unaware of safety guidelines for young baseball pitchers
Results of a survey presented at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting indicated caregivers were frequently unaware of safety guidelines recommended for young baseball pitchers.
Baseball & Shoulder Injuries
Shoulder injuries in baseball players are usually associated with pitching. While this overhand throwing activity can produce great speed and distance for the ball, when performed repeatedly, it can place a lot of stress on the shoulder.
Racing Towards a Goal Through Inspiration
Our golden years are a time to settle into rest and relaxation mode and enjoy the spoils of our hard work. Jerry Core, a 66 year-old retired husband, father and grandfather, however, decided it was about much more, deciding to tackle a new and rigorous hobby of triathlon competition.
Cold Weather Workout Tips
Did you make a New Year’s resolution to lose those extra holiday pounds and/or tone up those love handles? With the recent cold snap that has been plaguing the country, have you felt less than excited to get out and go for that daily walk.
Avoid the ACL Injury Plague
The transition from summer to fall undoubtedly brings excitement for many people across the country; the heat tends to subside; kids gear up for a new school year; and the hope that your favorite football team will make it to this year’s Super Bowl starts building.
Summer Activity Safety Tips
Biking is becoming increasingly utilized by both adults and children for maintenance of healthy weight and as a fun family activity. Though cities are doing more to increase the availability of bike paths and safe routes for biking exercise...
List of things you should do to manage arthritis joint pain
Many people who suffer from joint pain think exercise will make things worse. In fact, exercise can help manage pain and strengthen muscle, which in turn reduces pressure on cartilage.
Here is a list of things you should not do if you have arthritis joint pain- David Mack, M.D.
Many people, especially younger patients, who suffer from joint pain tend to push themselves harder in their exercises routines. It is important to exercise, but going overboard can be detrimental as it can further wear down your joints.