Whether you’re an athlete or a couch potato who hasn’t seen a gym in a while, soft-tissue injuries such as strains, sprains, and bruises can happen to anybody at any time. A weekend outing gone awry, too much time doing yard work or bent over a computer, even playing Frisbee on the beach can leave
Read MoreArchives for January 14, 2022
Back to School Means Backpack Safety!
Parents, teachers, school administrators and health care specialists are increasingly concerned about the issue of children’s health and safety with their backpacks. Injuries from heavy backpacks result in more than 7,000 emergency room visits per year, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Sprains, strains, and “overuse” injuries were among the top complaints. Experts suggest
Read MorePreventative Heeling
Heeling is the latest rage among youngsters and adult urbanites. Heeleys are a type of inline skate that looks like a shoe but have wheels located inside the bottom of the heel. People can walk with the roller shoe or engage rolling (heeling) by shifting their body weight to the back of their heels and
Read MoreSelect Protective Footwear for Winter Weather
Winter weather is upon us, and the freezing temperatures and wet conditions signal it’s time to review protective winter footwear. Although it may seem obvious that snow and ice are associated with an increased risk of falls, and frigid temperatures increase the risk of frostbite, it may not be as clear as to what types
Read MoreDon’t Let Jack Frost Nip Your Nose or Toes
Cold winter temperatures heralded an early start to winter in most parts of the United States this year, including locations known for their tropical sunshine. Freezing temperatures and cold wind chills can harm exposed skin, especially for people with poor circulation or dehydration. During prolonged cold exposure, the body automatically sends more blood flow to
Read MoreExercising 101 – The Do’s and Don’ts of Working Out
Once making the decision to exercise, most people are very enthusiastic. However, the initial excitement to exercise causes some to jump in too quickly, causing more harm than good. The doctors in our practice incorporate exercise into their daily lives and want their patients to reap the benefits of staying fit. These simple tips will
Read MoreDon’t spend Halloween in the emergency room! Tips for Carving Pumpkins Safely
Carving pumpkins, costume contests, trick-or-treating and bobbing for apples are all fun Halloween traditions for both children and adults. Unfortunately for hand surgeons, Halloween does not always bring fun and games. In fact, each Halloween doctors are usually busy treating hand injuries from knives used to carve pumpkins. Hand injuries during pumpkin carving occur quickly
Read MoreUS Veterans with Diabetes & Mental Health Issues at Higher Risk for Amputation
Diabetes can lead to many health complications, including toe, foot, and lower leg amputation. People with diabetes need to vigilantly work to control their blood sugar levels and monitor their feet for any changes. Researchers have found that US Veterans with diabetes and mental health issues have a higher risk of major amputations (toes, foot,
Read MorePeople with Heart Failure Have Increased Risk of Fractures
It is already known that heart failure is a leading cause of hospitalization and death. Now, it appears that people with heart failure have a higher risk of fractures. Researchers found that people with heart failure had 4 times the risk of fracture and 6 times the risk of hip fracture than people with other
Read MorePain Medication without Gastrointestinal or Cardiovascular Side Effects
You are an active tennis player but cannot return to the court since you sprained your ankle. Or perhaps you have battled osteoarthritis in your knees for the past few decades. Maybe rheumatoid arthritis causes crippling joint pain in your mother’s hands. What can you do about the pain? Only 5 years ago doctors, patients,
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