I often give talks on fall prevention and reducing dizziness symptoms. I was contacted prior to my last class by a woman who planned to attend and wanted additional information before the class. As I walked into the class I recognized her name had been crossed off the attendance sheet, so I asked the course […]
Vestibular & BalanceMany People who live in the Midwest have conditions associated with vitamin D deficiency due to our limited sun exposure. As our days shorten and we move toward darker, colder months, it’s important to supplement our diet with vitamin D rich foods. Deficiency of vitamin D has been associated with the following diseases: Depression Fibromyalgia […]
Women's HealthDid watching Michael Phelps or Katie Ledecky swim in the Olympics inspire you or someone in your family to begin or resume a swimming program? If so, there are a few things to keep in mind to avoid injury – specifically to the shoulder. As many as 87% of the 100 million U.S. swimmers report […]
Sports MedicineHave you ever thought about what it would be like to ride in the Tour de France? Beyond all of the scandals and doping, it remains an incredible test of power and endurance. As a spectator, it allows the casual rider a glimpse into cutting edge cycling technology, training, and strategy. If you are a […]
Sports MedicineFoot Orthoses (orthotics) are inserts typically worn inside a closed-heeled shoe. They are used to improve the biomechanics of the foot and lower extremities in order to create greater muscle efficiency with weight bearing activity and/or re-distribute the weight bearing forces throughout the foot to alleviate painful symptoms. Sometimes over-the-counter orthotics can be used successfully; […]
Injury PreventionACL surgery can sound pretty scary to anyone, but not knowing all of the processes that follow can lead to an even greater level of fear and uncertainty. One of the most common questions I am asked when treating a patient after an ACL surgery is, “What is the Biodex Test?” This testing protocol is […]
Sports MedicineWe treat a fair number of patients with Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injuries at our clinics. Over the last decade, the number of young female athletes with ACL injuries has increased. In fact, female athletes are four-to-ten times more likely to sustain an ACL injury than their male counterparts. It is estimated that in the […]
Sports MedicineGolf can be such a frustrating game. Little nuances can keep you from playing the way you want. There is no shortage of people willing to help you fix your game. Every golf magazine offers some kind of correction for every little fault you might have. Some work, some don’t. Where should you turn when you just can’t seem […]
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