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Not Just for Back-to-School: Why Every Person Needs an Annual Wellness Exam

Not Just for Back-to-School: Why Every Person Needs an Annual Wellness Exam

Does everyone need an annual physical? Like most things in life, there is an argument for both sides. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that regular health exams and tests can help find problems before they start. They also can help find problems early when your chances for treatment and cure are better.

Physical Therapy for Pelvic Pain

Physical Therapy for Pelvic Pain

It is estimated that over 25% of cis-gendered women and 17% of cis-gendered men will experience pelvic pain at some point in their lives, and if you find yourself somewhere within that statistic, know that you are not alone. Pelvic pain can often be a difficult thing to treat, not because it’s impossible to treat, but because it can get missed entirely, misdiagnosed, or treated in a way that does not take into account all of the factors that can contribute to the development of pelvic pain.

Moving With the Tide: Strategies for Managing Transitions

Moving With the Tide: Strategies for Managing Transitions

It is a truism that change is a part of life. Yet none of us could have expected the sheer scope of transitions and losses that we experienced (and continue to experience) during the pandemic. It has challenged us to continuously adapt, while also limiting our resources for doing so. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, exhausted and/or burned out, you’re not alone. To help bring comfort during times of change, try these strategies.

How to Prevent Achilles Injuries in Athletes and Runners

How to Prevent Achilles Injuries in Athletes and Runners

The mythical warrior Achilles was said to have been dipped in the River Styx up to his heel, granting him near-invulnerability. Our Achilles tendon reflects this hero, being the largest and strongest tendon in our body, responsible for providing power, stability, and flexibility to your ankle. So, what should we do when our own Achilles is not feeling so heroic?

Enjoy Fun in the Sun Without the Burn

Enjoy Fun in the Sun Without the Burn

On the list of “things that can ruin a summer vacation,” bad sunburns are up there with car trouble and Wally World being closed (ask your parents if you don’t get that reference). The thing is, a bad sunburn’s malevolence reaches beyond your vacation. Not only is it a marker for susceptibility to melanoma (the worst, most deadly kind of skin cancer), but also the fact that the sunburn happened puts you at greater risk for melanoma.

Untwisting the Knot: What New Parents Should Know about Torticollis

Untwisting the Knot: What New Parents Should Know about Torticollis

As many new parents know, caring for a new baby is both physically and mentally exhausting. As you navigate your way through the fog of new parenthood, you start to learn your baby’s preferences. Many of these are harmless: “He likes to be bounced rather than swayed.” “She likes her pacifier when falling asleep.” However, if you start to notice a preference for looking one direction over the other, it may be time to intervene.

Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury: Can This Injury Be Prevented?

Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury: Can This Injury Be Prevented?

The anterior cruciate ligament provides stability for the knee joint. This ligament is commonly injured during sports that involve sudden stops or changes in direction, jumping and landing, such as while landing in a valgus knee position, sudden deceleration with high quadricep activity or an outside cutting motion with internal rotation of the knee paired with anterior tibial shearing forces.

Pickleball: Could America’s Fast-Growing Sport Be an Achilles Heel?

Pickleball: Could America’s Fast-Growing Sport Be an Achilles Heel?

Pickleball is a fast-growing sport in the United States, especially among middle-aged and older adults. As its popularity has increased, so have injuries, presenting risks that players should understand.

Osteopathic Self-Treatment: Empowering Health and Recovery for Head, Neck, Respiratory and Low Back Pain

Osteopathic Self-Treatment: Empowering Health and Recovery for Head, Neck, Respiratory and Low Back Pain

In today’s fast-paced world, our bodies are often subjected to various stressors that can lead to discomfort and pain. Headaches, neck tension, respiratory conditions and low back pain have become increasingly common issues for many people.

This Bites: Everything You Need to Know About Ticks

This Bites: Everything You Need to Know About Ticks

Let’s talk about some of the various tick-borne diseases out there, along with some signs, symptoms and treatments. Then we’ll go into some basic steps that can help you avoid ticks making a meal out of you.

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