Young athletes tend to think they’re invincible — until an injury strikes. The truth is that injuries can happen to any athlete, regardless of age or skill level. As a parent, there are things you can do to help your teen avoid injury so they can stay in the game, not sit on the sidelines. … Continue reading How to help your teen prevent sports injuries
We get it, guys. Your prostate health isn’t the first thing you think about when you wake up in the morning. There are other more “important” things to do. Like set your fantasy football lineup, sculpt your beard and even mow the yard. But how well do you really know your prostate? Many men experience … Continue reading Fellas, it’s cool to care for your prostate
Pregnancy is supposed to be a time for joy, anticipation and new experiences. But for a lot of moms it also comes with a lot of anxiety and questions. With all the blogs, articles and social media confusion, moms are forever wondering if they are doing the right thing. For women that like to exercise, … Continue reading Pregnancy fitness: Workouts for expecting moms
Osteoporosis is a thinning of our bones and is more common in women. It is even more common in postmenopausal women, Caucasians, smokers and those with a low body mass index. A few key factors can set the framework for our bone health later in life. From what we eat to how we exercise, and even … Continue reading Osteoporosis: How physical therapy can help strengthen bones
“We cannot plan for the unexpected. We cannot control the outcome. Everything we tell ourselves matters. With hard work, perseverance, patience and over time, the little things and baby steps add up to be big strides. This impacts every aspect of our lives: recovery, relationships and overall growth. So much of our outcome depends on … Continue reading Trauma survivors reunite with caretakers who saved their lives
For many patients, a knee or hip replacement can be a major procedure that requires two or three days in the hospital. That was not the case for former President George W. Bush, who reportedly was out of the hospital and headed home from Chicago to Dallas within hours of a partial replacement of his left … Continue reading George W. Bush’s knee surgery highlights fast joint replacement options
This blog post is part of the Google+ Healthy Hangouts series on breaking and timely health news. There are many myths and misconceptions surrounding autism. With the uptick in awareness of autism over the past decade, the discussion has also brought with it much confusion. Parents can easily become overwhelmed when trying to process information, so how … Continue reading Understanding Autism: The Path to Erasing Stigma
First of all, toe walking is not necessarily a sign of anything bigger going on. A lot of kiddos who are just starting to walk spend a good portion of their time on their toes. This should decrease the more experience they get with walking. So, how long is too long for toe walking? While … Continue reading Why Toe Walking Can Be Worrisome for Your Child
