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Top Five Myths About Arthritis
Arthritis is defined as the swelling or tenderness of one or more of the joints. In the United States, 23% of adults have some form of this condition. Considering this percentage amounts to more than 54 million people having arthritis,
Why You Should See an Orthopedic Doctor
Between home remedies and a variety of doctors and specialists to choose from, it can sometimes be difficult to distinguish between what injuries you should see a doctor for, which injuries to try and mend at home, and which injuries
7 Common Winter Sports Injuries
The winter season is full of various sports and activities to participate in. Whether it’s snow or ice, these seasonal sports give us something to look forward to in an otherwise cold and dark season. When it comes to winter
How to Know if Your Bone is Broken
Broken bones can sometimes be tricky to self-diagnose. On the one hand, you could stub your toe and feel a level of pain that convinces you that it’s broken even when it’s not. On the other hand, you may be
Maintaining Healthy Bones at Every Age
October is a big month for bones, and that’s not just because of the skeleton Halloween decorations. Both World Pediatric Bone and Joint Day (Oct. 19), and Bone and Joint Health National Action Week (Oct. 12-20) take place in the
10 Ways to Prevent Falls and Fractures
Tripping and falling can cause major problems, especially for older people. Unfortunately tripping and falling is not uncommon among a population that may have problems with mobility, vision, or coordination. Even though trip-and-fall fractures are most common in older people,
11 Low-Impact Exercises to Try
We all know that staying active is crucial for your overall health. However, if you have issues like osteoarthritis or osteoporosis, you need to be mindful of the type of exercise you get. If you want to get your heart
How to Avoid 5 Common Household Injuries
If you’re following the CDC guidelines for reducing the spread of COVID-19, you’re staying home as much as possible. Many people are using this time at home to get some projects done around the house. Not only do we have
6 Tips for Avoiding Summer Sports Injuries
Summer is upon us once again, and with that comes a variety of summer sports for kids to participate in. While kid’s sports leagues may or may not be up and running where you live, kids are still going to
6 Osteoporosis Treatments
According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), more than 53 million people in the US either already have osteoporosis or at high risk of developing it due to low bone mass. That’s Osteoporosis Awareness & Prevention Month each may
