Baseball Injuries Part 2: Hitters Baseball has long been one of America’s favorite sports. But whether you’re playing recreationally, in your backyard, or on a professional team, you may be risking certain injuries. While Part 1 focused on the overuse injuries of pitchers, this part will focus on some of the injuries faced by those …
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5 Common Running Injuries
5 Common Running Injuries Whether you’ve just started running or if you’re racing in marathons, it’s important to keep safe. Just like any sport, a regimen of rest, stretching, and hydration is important in helping prevent injuries. Below are some of the common injuries runners may face. Runner’s Knee Patellofemoral pain syndrome, known commonly as …
5 Common Hockey Injuries
5 Common Hockey Injuries Ice hockey is a contact sport where the players and the puck move at high speeds, so when players run into each other or objects, great force is used. This is why hockey is considered a collision sport. Injuries are fairly common, but efforts can be made to avoid them with …
5 Common Basketball Injuries
5 Common Basketball Injuries Basketball is one of the most popular sports in the world, and for good reason. It’s fun, challenging and fast paced. But playing requires quick movements that, without certain precautions, can result in injury. Here are five of the most common basketball injuries and how you can avoid them: Ankle Sprains …
Why Joint Replacements Do Not Last Forever
Your joint replacement won’t last forever. Check this out to find out why, and what you can do about it. Why Joint Replacements Do Not Last Forever You may have heard it down the grapevine or may have experienced it yourself – an individual has undergone a hip replacement not too long ago and now …
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Recovering After Joint Replacement
Joint replacement surgery is a commonly performed procedure. Following the procedure, it is essential for patients to take some time out and recover sufficiently. In this article, we shall briefly look at how one can recover following a joint replacement. Types of Joint Replacement The recovery period following joint replacement varies depending on the joint …
Will Doing Yoga Hurt My Knees?
Will Doing Yoga Hurt My Knees? It is important to understand how your body responds to exercise. Because yoga is typically thought of as being less strenuous than walking, running, or lifting weights, many patients are unaware of the effects yoga can have on their knees. The knee is a large and complex joint made …
Vitamin D Overview
Known as “The Sunshine Vitamin,” Vitamin D helps your body absorb and use calcium, which is essential for strong bones and teeth, among other benefits. What is Vitamin D? Vitamins are potent compounds that your body needs in very minute quantities for normal growth and overall good health. Vitamins help your body utilize all the …