If you’re one of the many people who consider running the most enjoyable form of exercise, you will see huge gains in incorporating strength-training exercises into your routine. Strength training is a crucial component of your roadwork, as it helps improve your muscles’ flexibility and your joints’ range of motion, thereby enhancing your power, stability,
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Foot and Ankle Surgery: Post-Surgery Care Tips
Regardless of why you’re having a foot or ankle surgery, you’ll want to know how to take good care of the area in order to achieve your desired treatment outcome. It’s quite easy to strictly follow your foot surgeon’s instructions during the first few days after your procedure. However, it can eventually get difficult to
Read More3 Reasons to Seek a Second Opinion from an Orthopedic Doctor
Did you know that you don’t necessarily have to accept the first diagnosis you receive? Whether you’ve just been diagnosed with a musculoskeletal condition that is complex or you haven’t quite heard of, or you’ve been told you need invasive surgery, the next logical step is to seek a second opinion from an orthopedic specialist.
Read MoreWorkout Tips for Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain can hinder you from performing everything – from daily chores to driving, from work duties to exercising. The pain can be caused by various factors, like a sports injury, overuse, or even the way you sleep. Fortunately, there are a number of exercises and stretches you can perform to prevent and relieve shoulder
Read MoreScoliosis Treatment Options
Scoliosis is a back condition in which the spine is shaped in ways other than straight when you are standing up. It is most commonly diagnosed in children, but it can also be first diagnosed in adults. When scoliosis is diagnosed in an adult, it is usually either because it was simply never detected at
Read MoreTop Tips for Cold Weather Foot Care
With fall upon us and winter close behind, gone are the days of bare feet and flip flops. With the onset of cooler weather, it’s important to keep your feet safe from the elements – rain, snow, ice, and freezing temperatures. According to Marc Lipton, DPM, a podiatrist with Orthopaedic Associates of Central Maryland (OACM),
Read MoreOrthopedic Doctor’s Tips for a Perfect Surgery Recovery
Orthopedic surgery is the first step to regaining your mobility and strength, and relieving your pain, following a debilitating condition or injury. After your operation, it is in your best interest to commit to a healthy recovery in order to avoid complications and to enjoy the maximum benefits of your procedure. While your recuperation period
Read MoreAnatomy of a Sports Injury
If you push your body too hard during sports or exercise, you risk a sports injury. A sports injury involves damage to the musculoskeletal system. This body system, which consists of bones, muscles, and various types of connective tissues, provides the main framework for the body. The more you know about what makes up your
Read MoreTips for minimizing sports injury pain and improving your recovery rate
Sports injuries can limit you from doing your daily activities and prevent you from doing what you love. People with an active lifestyle want to make a quick recovery from a sports injury. This goes for professional or amateur athletes, weekend warriors, and those who exercise regularly. Sports injuries can also happen to anyone, even
Read MoreSciatica Pain Relief Guide with Some Tips and Tricks
Sciatica pain refers to a type of pain that develops when the sciatic nerve becomes compressed. The sciatic nerve runs from your lower back and branches out into your hips, buttocks, and down the legs. Sciatica pain may range from a mild ache to disabling pain that weakens the leg. If left untreated, sciatica can
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