Preventing Holiday Weight Gain: Tips for Joint-Friendly Eating and Drinking
The holiday season is always filled with celebration and connection, which usually also comes with lots of food and drinks. Whether it be your office party or family gathering, there are plenty of excuses to over-indulge. That is why many people tend to put on a few extra pounds during winter festivities. However, it’s important […]
Preparing for Ski Season: How to Prevent Common Injuries
The temperatures are dropping, meaning many of us are starting to look forward to winter sports. While a lot of people are eager to start skiing or snowboarding, you may want to rethink rushing into hitting the slopes. Activities like skiing require a high level of strength, balance, flexibility, and endurance. Therefore, just like any […]
Take Caution This Winter: Slips on Ice
While the snow and cold are late to come this year, we know they are on their way. Living in the Denver-metro area means a high population of active, healthy people who get outdoors – even in the cold. Slips and falls from ice are common causes of orthopedic injuries – but how do we […]
Preventing Common Sports Injuries for Women
Sports injuries can happen to anyone, but women can sometimes be at higher risk versus their male counterparts. It’s important to understand how the female anatomy can predispose someone to injury and how to properly prevent getting hurt. Injury risk in women Women have certain anatomical and hormonal differences than men which may put them […]
Stay Active, Stay Safe: Expert Advice for a Mobile Summer
Summer is a time of activity. Whether you’re hitting the hiking trails, kayaking on the lake, or swimming to cool off, there are a plethora of ways for you to spend the long summer days. However, the more active you are, the more likely mobility issues may arise, especially if your body isn’t conditioned to […]
Orthopedic-Friendly Summer Footwear: What To Wear and Avoid
When the temperatures rise and the days stretch, many people bypass their sneakers in favor of sandals and flip-flops. However, while these shoes offer a way to beat the heat, they may not provide your joints with the support they need. Good Support Starts from the Bottom When it comes to supporting your body, you […]