The transition back to early school mornings, set daily schedules, and late-night homework cramming bring along another season—one in which you may be infinitely more excited about: the fall sports season. From tryouts to practices to games, it’s time to fully immerse yourself in the sport of your choosing. Still, as excited as you maybe…

If you notice your fingers curling inward or to the side and have thick skin at the apex of your palm, where it meets the base of your fingers, you may have Dupuytren contracture. This condition has no known cause, just a range of possible risk factors. However, if ignored, it can progress to a…

No matter your activity level, you can be at risk of orthopedic injuries if you aren’t careful. Athletes are more susceptible to overuse injuries or those sustained during training and competitions, whereas non-athletes can suffer from injuries spurred on by underutilizing their bodies, which allows strength and flexibility to fade. In order to protect yourself…

Being an athlete comes with the expectation that injuries can happen, despite how careful you may be about the way you play. Sports place your body in extreme situations, and when things don’t align correctly, injuries can occur. In these situations, it’s best to meet with a sports medicine specialist—they’ll get you on the right…

Shoe choices are important! Choosing the right shoes is important and can’t be overemphasized — taking care of joints while exercising requires the use of proper footwear. Besides, in addition to making an outfit look good, shoes are essential to your joint health and posture. The wrong shoe choices can cause various issues — like…

When it comes to improving patient outcomes in the field of orthopedic treatment, where healing bones and regaining mobility are critical, a holistic approach is becoming more and more recognized. Beyond conventional medical therapies, the HEPAS approach—Healthy Eating, Physical Activity, and Sleep Hygiene—offers a holistic method. By incorporating these essential principles into the treatment of…

It’s simple to neglect our musculoskeletal system’s health in the rush of contemporary life until aches, pains, or restrictions appear. Proactive steps, on the other hand, including regular orthopedic examinations, are essential for maintaining the health of your muscles, joints, and bones. These examinations are essential for the early identification, treatment, and prevention of orthopedic…

Meniscal tears are a common knee injury that affect people of all ages and athletes alike. A torn meniscus can seriously impair a person’s mobility and quality of life, whether it is the consequence of an abrupt twist during a sporting event or the slow deterioration that occurs with aging. We’ll examine the meniscus’s anatomy,…

Maintaining a healthy body weight is critical for general well-being, including orthopedic health. Excess weight may place a burden on our bones and joints, increasing our chance of developing orthopedic conditions including osteoarthritis, joint discomfort, and back difficulties. In this post, we’ll look at the relevance of weight management for orthopedic health and offer practical…

Mindful eating refers to eating focusing on wellness and how we eat rather than what we eat. It entails paying attention and being fully aware of what we feel and think while eating. Mindful eating draws upon the principles of mindfulness, a concept rooted in Buddhism. Mindful eating promotes a thoughtful, leisurely approach to meals…