Football season is back, and with it comes the excitement of Friday night lights, college football Saturdays, and Sundays spent watching the pros. But for players at every level, the season can also bring injuries. While some bumps and soreness are simply part of the game, certain symptoms shouldn’t be ignored. Know When Pain Means
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You may be working toward summer fitness goals, trying to balance work and summer fun, and focusing on eating healthier, which is all fantastic! With all of this effort you are putting into your health, do not neglect orthopedics! You can improve your orthopedic health at home through your exercise, diet, and summer plans. We
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If you have an inner couch potato telling you to just kick back and watch TV this weekend, fighting against it and getting some exercise can actually increase your life expectancy (and ultimately increase how much TV you can ever watch). Exercise is almost always the best choice if you are looking for something to
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Participation in sports can bring immense joy, camaraderie, and health benefits. However, injuries are an inevitable part of the athletic journey. Whether you’re a professional athlete or an enthusiastic amateur, the road to recovery is crucial for getting back in the game safely. Physiatry, a medical specialty focused on physical medicine and rehabilitation, plays a
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Proper technique and conditioning in your sport are essential for injury prevention, but focusing on your health off the field can prepare your body to avoid and resist injuries. At ORTHOKnox orthopedic clinic, we are prepared to help treat sports injuries if you sustain one, but we are also available for consultations on injury prevention
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A tear in the upper portion of the labrum where the biceps tendon attaches is known as a SLAP tear. SLAP stands for superior, labral, anterior to, posterior. A SLAP tear can result in shoulder pain, dislocations, and problems using your shoulder. It can be caused by repeated motions in sports or at work, a
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