Professional athletes rely on platelet-rich plasma therapy to heal faster; they know it’s the best way to successfully treat injured tendons, muscles and tissues to get them back into the game. But for those who are not aware of or familiar with PRP therapy, there probably are a number of questions. Here are some questions,…
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What Is Plantar Fasciitis?
Have you ever gotten out of bed and had to tiptoe the first few minutes of the day because the heels of your feet ache when they touch the ground? Or perhaps after sitting in your office chair for several hours, you feel burning and aching in the heels of your feet when you get…
Is Crossing Your Legs Bad for Your Knees?
From an early age, we have been told to “Sit like a lady/gentleman.” This usually means legs crossed at the knees, shoulders back, and no slouching. This behavior for a long time has been customary etiquette in the United States, and over time, has just become a habit for many of us. Whether it is…
Osteoporosis: The Long-Term Effects of Untreated Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a bone disease that causes loss of mass of the bone tissue. A healthy individual’s bones are dense; under a microscope, a healthy bone has a honeycomb-like appearance with tiny holes. However, the bones of a person with osteoporosis has larger holes and gaps in the honeycomb-like structure because of density loss. This…
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The Benefits of Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
One of the most daunting things to deal with is surgery. Having a surgical procedure may involve a lot of pain, the chance for complications and risks, and necessary accommodations on the part of the patient and his or her loved ones. This is why most doctors try to make surgery a last resort option,…
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