The shoulder joint is a ball and socket joint this allows people to move their arms in various directions that other joints cannot do. Since the shoulder has a wide range of motion it also comes with a price – the shoulder is much more susceptible to dislocations and injuries. A dislocated shoulder…
There are many things that can put you at risk for a fall, arthritis, vision problems, side effects from medication, and join pain are just a few. Prevention- Make sure… * You wear proper shoes * Avoid alcohol * You have proper lighting and do not work on slippery or wet surfaces * Remove all…
Congratulation to all the MMA fighters last night with Split Lip MMA. Dr. Talkington was the team physician and insured the safety of all the fighters. Be safe and train hard!
Ouch! My raking back! Nationwide there will be thousands of people that will end up in the emergency room over the next 4 weeks with injuries from raking leaves or shoveling snow. When you are out cleaning up your yard this fall here are some tips to keep in mind: Wear gloves to…
Plantar Fascia is a long, thin ligament that lies directly beneath the skin on the bottom of your foot. It connects the heel to the front of your foot and supports the arch of your foot. Increasing risk factors include: Between age 40-60 More frequent in women Repetitive impact (long distance running) Over weight Flat…
Shin splints are often referred to as pain in the lower leg. The pain is often along the inner edge of the shinbone (tibia). There are several causes for shin splints but the most common is physical activity, usually associated with running. Having flat feet or abnormally rigid aches, inadequate footwear, or running on hard…
You have a cast… Now what do you do? http://www.orthogate.org/patient-education/general/cast-care
You crossed the finish line and have your first marathon complete. Now what.. Resist the urge to plop down on the ground – your legs will stiffen up right away if you do. Walk around for at least 10 minutes to bring your heart rate down safely and avoid the risk…
What is a Charley Horse really? A charley horse also known as a muscle cramp is an involuntary and forcibly contracted muscle that does not relax. A muscle cramp can be one muscle or several muscles. Just about anyone can experience a muscle cramp. However, high performance athletes, young children and older people are…
There is some noise in the OR…the quiet, rhythmic whisper of the ventilator, the occasional murmur between the scrub nurse and the circulator.. Sometimes we play a little background music, usually some ’60’s or ’70’s pop, some Motown.. Mostly ,though, for me there is concentration. I’m trying to come up with an example in everyday…
