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Six tips to avoid six common pumpkin carving injuries

Fall and pumpkins go together. The smells of pumpkin pie wafting from the kitchen or the taste of a favorite pumpkin and spice beverage make many people feel nostalgic. Or maybe you appreciate the use of colorful pumpkins in fall décor to create elegant holiday centerpieces or harvest-themed entry...

Stay safe on your summer camping trip

According to the Outdoor Foundation’s 2016 Topline Research Report, camping was the third most popular outdoor activity of people who were younger than 25 years old and the fifth most popular for people older than 25. In fact, an estimated 65 million Americans went camping in 2015. If camp...

Chad Esker can testify to the health benefits of exercise

Two simple choices changed the course of Chad Esker's life. Eight years ago, Esker decided to make some lifestyle changes when his doctor suggested he should take medication to control his high blood pressure. At the time, Esker, a 37-year-old account support manager at Wausau Financial Systems, wo...

When is it safe to return to activities after a concussion?

When you experience injury, one fact is true. Your body needs time to heal. But, when the injury is a concussion, walking, mental activity and auditory and visual stimulation may prolong the healing time or in some cases, cause more damage. When a concussion occurs, it is important to seek medical ...

Don't let your child's backpack become a real pain

It's hard to believe that school starts in a few weeks, but it's true. Thousands of children laden with book-filled backpacks make their way to bus stops and school buildings every day. According to an American Association of Orthopedic Surgeons' report, the Consumer Product Safety Commission estim...

Did you know that certain foods block calcium absorption?

You try to eat a healthy, calcium-rich diet. You watch your weight. You exercise. You do everything in your power to maintain strong bones because you want to be active well into your 70s and 80s. You even make sure you have a nutritious breakfast of natural whole wheat squares topped cold, vitamin...

Fruits and vegetables are good for our bones

When most Americans think about nutrition for healthy bones, they think about milk and other dairy products. But, fruits and vegetables can provide many of the vitamins and minerals your body needs to build and maintain bone mass. In addition to trace minerals, fruits and vegetables contain magnesiu...

What condition would you like to be in?

It’s July. We’re an equal distance between our New Year’s Resolution and the start of the next year. Most likely, those who kept their resolutions are close to achieving success. But for the rest of us, it’s NOT too late to start a fitness and conditioning program and finish the year strong...

What is scar tissue?

You cut yourself. You bleed. After a few minutes, the bleeding slows and stops. A day or two later, you notice a brownish scab forms over the wound. After a while, the scab falls off and a smooth, hairless patch appears underneath—a scar is formed. Chances are you’ve witnessed the life-cycle of ...

How do you choose the right orthopaedic surgeon?

Jerry’s limp was getting worse. The injury that started out as a mild irritation had become a constant pain that kept him awake at night. He made an appointment with his primary care provider. After a short office visit and an X-ray, his doctor confirmed Jerry’s fear. His knee needed surgical re...