This year has been an extremely icy winter and I’ve treated many patients who have sustained injuries from falling on ice. The CDC estimates that about 1 million Americans are injured every year in these accidents, and many end up … Continued
I’ve seen all too many exercise-related injuries during my many years in practice, but you can avoid getting hurt if you’re properly conditioned. Before starting any new activity, you should see your primary care provider to assess your health. Depending on your … Continued
Swimming is an excellent form of exercise, and with all the hot weather we’ve been having, it’s also a great way to relax and cool off. Swimming has so many proven health benefits, and because it’s low impact, it’s especially … Continued
Regular exercise is essential for achieving and maintaining good health, but stretching before and after is equally important. This brief article explains how stretching provides health benefits you may not know about, and how warming up before stretching is necessary … Continued
Gardening and yard work season will soon be upon us! It’s a good idea to start strengthening the muscles you’ll be using to reduce the chances of injury. Here’s a good video on the subject. There’s one exercise that involves hand weights, … Continued
Chair yoga is not just for seniors! As one who has practiced Yoga for many years, I can personally attest to the physical and mental health benefits. Yoga can release muscle tension and reduce pain, help you sleep better, improve your … Continued
Maintaining correct posture while walking and standing is a very important key to preventing injury. Many people, however, look down while walking or standing, and in the process, bend their necks downward. Most of them don’t realize that this sets … Continued
