Arthritis is the pain caused by inflammation and stiffness in your joints. Although it can be present in individuals of any age, the chances of developing arthritis grow the older you get. Having arthritis can make it hard to function
How Your Posture Affects Your Joints
No matter how many times your mom told you to ‘sit up straight’, the idea of having good posture isn’t one that’s really stuck with a lot of people. Especially with the majority of individuals working in an office environment,
Can an Orthopaedist Help Me?
Many people have questions about what orthopaedists do and what conditions they most commonly treat. Orthopaedists, in general, are joint specialists, treating a variety of conditions that affect bones, ligaments, tendons, and other joint related structures. Are you wondering whether
How to Fall Safely
Slips, trips, and falls can cause serious injury, especially if you are older. Sprains, dislocations, and breaks are common injuries sustained from falling — even from a standing position. There are ways to fall more safely to prevent serious injury
Shoulder Exercises
If you recently had a shoulder injury or shoulder surgery, it is very important to begin exercising and stretching your shoulders to regain muscle strength and prevent future injury. Below are a few exercises to help you strengthen your shoulders.
5 Common Myths About Your Joints
More that 40 million Americans suffer from arthritis (that’s about 1 in 5!) It affects men, women, and even children. The most common form of arthritis is osteoarthritis, or OA. The pain, aches, and stiffness that come from arthritis can
Eating and Exercise
We’ve now officially found ourselves in the middle of the holiday season, with Thanksgiving barreling down towards us and Christmas coming right after. During this time of year, it can be difficult to stay fit during the holidays. If you
Low Impact Exercises for Healthy Joints
When choosing exercises to stay fit and healthy, it’s important to think about the long-term effects that these exercises might have on you. You want to be doing activities that keep your joints healthy and unharmed, because they will allow
3 Tips for Exercising Safely in Winter
It may be all sunshine and flowers outside, right now, but before we know it those temperatures are going to drop and we’ll find those flower covered in a blanket of snow. However, just because it’s cold and wet outside,
Is Running Barefoot Really Better?
It seems that during the last few years, the world of running has seen a sharp rise in the barefoot running craze. Barefoot running, also known as natural running, involves running without footwear or in minimalist footwear such as running