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Summer is here—a great time to play sports and enjoy the outdoors. People go cycling, head out to lakes and rivers to go canoeing and kayaking, flock to the beach to play volleyball, and do many other fun activities. There’s no doubt that summer sports are exhilarating, but it is worth keeping in mind that
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Top 10 Things to Do to Keep Your Bones Healthy
You must have heard time and time again about keeping your bones strong and healthy. The rationale behind is that the loss of bone strength can lead to osteoporosis — a condition in which your bones become very fragile and susceptible to fractures. No matter how old you are, there are plenty of things you
Read MoreHow To Choose The Right Age For Joint Replacement Surgery
Is there a right age for joint replacement surgery? Can you be too old or too young for the procedure? There is no single answer to these questions. As patients suffering from osteoarthritis get younger, let’s talk about where medical opinions are on the matter of age for joint replacement surgery. Too Young For Joint
Read MoreHow to Care for Your Muscles and Bones
Maintaining proper care of your bones and muscles involves everything from nutrition to exercise to lifestyle. Your musculoskeletal system is very reliant on your body’s overall health, and you will do well to keep this system strong. Diet, physical activity, and other lifestyle factors all play a part in keeping your bones and muscles in
Read MoreSurgery or No Surgery? Let’s Talk About Knee Injuries
The knee is a complex structure made up of bones, cartilage, ligaments, meniscus, and tendons. It is the largest joint in the body and is responsible for a number of crucial functions, such as bearing weight, maintaining stability, and supporting the body in an upright position without requiring muscles to work. The knee absorbs a lot
Read MoreWinning The Injury Recovery Race: Effects of Sports Injuries on Athletes
Injuries are a part of playing sports. Athletes, both amateurs and professionals, need to be educated on injury prevention and receive comprehensive injury treatment when necessary in order to keep playing their sport. As an athlete, the game becomes a huge part of who you are. It becomes your identity and a source of confidence.
Read MoreHelpful Tips from a Sports Medicine Doctor on How to Prevent Injuries
Whether you like to dribble on the court or on the driveway, jog or run for exercise every day, or participate in any other physical activity, we never know when an injury might happen. You could suffer from an acute injury when you simply move your leg the wrong way or step off of a
Read MoreWhen Back Pain Should Be Evaluated by an Orthopedic Doctor
Back pain is so common that we often ignore it or neglect it. But without proper treatment, it can develop into a more severe and chronic condition. An orthopedic doctor specializes in the musculoskeletal system, so this type of physician can diagnose and treat your back pain in a way that works for you. Let’s
Read MoreCommon Leg Injuries During Winter Sports
Winter is not just a season full of cold and gloomy days. On the contrary: With a whole new set of seasonal sports to try out, winter can also be fun and exciting. However, snow sports and ice sports have their own set of risks, especially leg injuries. Before you set out to enjoy wintertime
Read MoreHow to Prepare for Hip Replacement Surgery
Hip replacement surgery can relieve the pain and stiffness caused by hip arthritis, and it can help to restore function to your hip joint – so you can walk much better. After recovering from the operation, it’s only a matter of time before you’ll be able to get back to doing the things you love
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