No matter what time of year it is, it’s important to stay on top of your physical health. Eating a healthy diet and getting regular exercise is essential to keep you feeling great and ward off illnesses, but it can be challenging to adapt your workout routine to the changing... Read More
If you have arthritis, back pain or joint pain, you might notice that you feel achier during the fall and winter months. Cold weather affects joints, muscles and bones, and it often exacerbates pain, stiffness and aches in people with chronic pain and joint conditions. As a result, you may... Read More
An unhappy triad is, well, not such a happy condition! It got its name because it involves an acute injury to the three ligaments supporting the knee—the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), the medial meniscus and the medial collateral ligament (MCL). Sometimes also called a blown knee, the unhappy triad is... Read More
The knee is not only the largest joint in the body—it also plays a crucial role in all kinds of movement. The knee’s three bones include the thighbone, the kneecap and the shin, while the knee stability is ensured by ligaments and disc-shaped cartilage that resists friction, called menisci. When... Read More
When you think of winter, what activities come to mind? For many, sipping hot cocoa, relaxing by the fireplace or reading in a comfortable recliner might be the top picks. Any thoughts of venturing into the outdoors vanish with the leaves as temperatures drop in the fall. But did you... Read More