The Benefits of Pre-Surgical Physical Therapy
In this episode, Amberly Byington leads a discussion highlighting the benefits of physical therapy before surgery.
Broken Forearm: Radius, Ulna, and Both Bone Fractures
A forearm fracture occurs when there is a fracture of one or both of the bones of the forearm. The two bones of the forearm are the radius and the ulna.
Ortho Express Care
There's no need to wait for an appointment when you have an orthopaedic injury. Our Ortho Express Care center is here to help. We offer convenient, walk-in care for all types of orthopaedic injuries, so you can get the treatment you need right away.
May is National Arthritis Awareness Month
May is recognized as National Arthritis Awareness Month, and it's important to be aware of the different types of arthritis and how they are treated. Arthritis is a general term for conditions that affect the joints, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and psoriatic arthritis.
Shoulder Surgery Recovery Tips
After having shoulder surgery, it’s going to take time to get your shoulder back to its normal, pain-free ability. Shoulder surgery can be a fairly invasive procedure, so it’s important to prepare yourself for what to expect and how to recover.
Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)
Repetitive strain injuries (RSI), also known as repetitive stress injuries, are often caused by overuse of the hands, wrists, arms, neck, or shoulders. Symptoms can include pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness.
Lawn Mower Injuries in Children
Fortunately, the majority of lawn mower injuries can be prevented by implementing some basic rules and guidelines. The first and foremost of these is education – anyone who is around a mower or using a mower needs to be aware of the inherent dangers that come with the machine.
Health Goals For a Brand New Year
The resolution to trim down is hands down one of the most popular goals out there. Unfortunately, it’s also one that is given up on quite a bit, too. One of the biggest obstacles is vague milestones and expecting overnight success.
It’s Time for Back to School – In the Classroom AND On the Field! – Part 2
Welcome back to the second half of our series on getting back-to-school ready – on the courts and fields and courses, that is! In part 1, we discussed how getting participation clearance from your child’s pediatrician or family practice physician is paramount in making sure that your student is healthy enough to participate in school sports. We also looked at the benefits of visiting with the school/team trainer about proper strengthening and training methods, as well as remembering to set realistic, attainable training goals for the pre-season.
It’s Time for Back to School – In the Classroom AND On the Field! – Part 1
Start early and set goals. Obviously, this holds true for everyone, regardless of age. The earlier you start preparing the easier your transition into the season will be. Thinking that you can “wing it” and simply jump in at the last minute can be a recipe for disaster. Make sure that you’re setting specific (and realistic) goals for each week during the off-season to ensure that you’re at your peak in terms of your own personal best. This means that, if you want to train for cross country, for example, come up with a plan for both daily and weekly running goals, increasing your distances slowly and steadily so as to not cause any sort of overuse injury that could potentially sideline you for the actual competitive season.