Arthritis is a progressive condition that typically affects men and women over the age of 40. It is often due to wear-and-tear, as we rely on our hands for daily activities and the completion of many tasks. Tissues – such as cartilage – can break down and cause bones to rub against each other, causing…
You can’t imagine living without your hands, can you? However, many of us are guilty of neglecting these important tools until we start to experience problems with them. Don’t make the same mistake. Below, we’ve listed five tips from our orthopedic specialists here at Total Orthopaedic Care for exercising the hand so as to improve…
Whether you play sports as a career, for exercise, or just for fun, the last thing you want is to get sidelined by an injury. In this blog post, you’ll learn about the top five mistakes of athletes, and how you can keep yourself from committing them. Mistake #1 You Don’t Warm Up or Cool…
Injuries are just a fact of life for an athlete. No matter how much your organization works to reduce injury risk, or what kind of amazing protective gear you wear, injuries will happen eventually. Sports injuries most often impact your bones, muscles, and joints. Any fall, repetitive overuse, or improper posture can cause musculoskeletal injury…
Despite its name, sports medicine isn’t just for people involved in sports. This orthopedic subspecialty focuses on the diagnoses, treatment, and prevention of musculoskeletal problems affecting anyone involved in any type of physical activity—gym lovers, elite athletes, weekend warriors, and even seniors who refuse to give in to old and strive to maintain an active…
