Prior to surgery there are somethings that you should plan for, so that your recovery can go smoothly. Prior to surgery: Smoking – now is the time to quit smoking. Avoid any type of product containing nicotine. Limit your alcohol intact, you should avoid alcohol for 1-2 weeks prior to surgery. Establish a primary care…
What is a stress fracture? A stress fracture occurs when your muscles become fatigued. They are unable to absorb the added shock and the fatigued muscle transfers the overload of stress to the bone causing a tine crack called a stress fracture. What causes a stress fracture? A change, increase or intensity of activity too…
Winter’s here, and that means millions of snow enthusiasts will head to the hills. We’re lucky to live in the Northeast, with so many opportunities for skiing, skating, snowshoeing and snowboarding. But along with all that outdoor fun comes the risk of injury. While skiing fatalities are literally about one in a million, the rate…
The following are recommendations from the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) to follow to reduce the risk of injuries and illnesses from cold-weather activity. Cold-weather injuries are classified into three categories: decreased core temperature (e.g., hypothermia), freezing injuries of the extremities (e.g., frostbite) and nonfreezing injuries of the extremities (e.g., chilblains). “Many cases of cold-related…
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…
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 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…
Do you sit in front of a computer for long periods of time? Do you work at a desk all day? Here are some tips to creating a workstation to avoid health consequences. Make sure your chair height is adjusted correctly. You should be able to sit on the chair and have your feet flat…
It’s time for basketball… Who hasn’t shot hoops once or twice in their live? Basketball is a great sport but as all sports, it does not come without risk of injury. We typically see everything from ankle sprains, jammed fingers, knee injuries to fractures. As each injury is different so are the…
