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Not now. I have a headache.
Headaches are one of the most common conditions seen in doctor’s offices across America.
Headaches can be caused by arthritis, caffeine, eye strain, illness, tension or tumors. The associated headache pain can range from a mild, irritating pressure to a debilitating pain that causes people to seek the solace of a dark, quiet room.
Caused by a variety of triggers – ranging from stress to hunger – the intense, throbbing pain of a headache can be hard to stop.
The National Headache Foundation lists 24 different types of headaches in its Complete Headache Chart. But most headache specialists […]
What is occupational therapy?
Occupational therapy does so much more than make sure that you can go back to your job.
If you’re like most people, you want to live and work independently for as long as possible. Our goal is to help you achieve and maintain a self-sufficient lifestyle after injury, illness, or surgery.
Bone & Joint’s compassionate occupational therapy professionals work with you to master the motions and movements you need to care for yourself in your home and on the job.
How do you know if you need occupational therapy?
If you have a condition that makes it hard for […]
Exercise is a low-cost prescription for your health
“Exercise 30 minutes a day, five days each week.”
By now, most of us have heard the recommendation Health.gov promoted in their 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines. Yet according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 50 percent of American adults DO NOT meet this basic activity requirement.
Now, thanks to meta-analyses of historical data, medical providers can point to a multitude of “new” health benefits attributed to 150 minutes of moderate exercise each week.
Change the way you think about exercise.
First, let’s define “moderate activity.” It’s any exercise or activity that increases your heart rate […]
Lawn Mowing Safety
Lawn Mowing Safety
Step outside on any bright summer day, and you’ll probably hear the buzz of lawnmowers.
Lawn mowing is a necessary chore for most homeowners. It can be great exercise, but use care. Lawnmowers can cause cuts, burns, fractures, amputations and even death.
According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reported 274,000 lawnmower-related injuries in 2015. Thirteen thousand of those injured were children and adolescents younger than 19 years old.
Even lawn-care professionals can be injured or killed in lawn mowing accidents. The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) reported […]
Is your child at risk for a stress fracture?
Yes, if your child plays hard and is very active.
What are stress fractures?
Stress fractures are hairline cracks in the bone caused by forceful, repetitive movements. More than 50 percent of these micro-traumas occur in the feet, legs or hips.
Physical stress is important for your child’s muscle and skeletal growth. But when, young people practice long hours, train on hard surfaces, or rush their training program, they can overwork their muscles and connective tissues to the point of fatigue. Tired and stretched soft tissues cannot protect the bones from the repetitive impact, leading to stress fractures.
Sports medicine […]
Strap on a pair of these shoes for an easy, efficient winter workout
We’re talking about snowshoes.
Snowshoeing is a great way to enjoy a low-impact winter exercise while experiencing the quiet beauty of the season.
As a bonus, an hour of snowshoeing can burn more calories than an hour of running or cross-country skiing. If you’re looking for an effective workout, snowshoeing may be the activity for you.
- Snowshoeing is an easy-to-learn, low-impact exercise. Brief instruction is all you’ll need to get started. It might take a few steps for you to adjust to the snowshoes on your feet. But basically, if you can take long strides and wider steps […]
