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Stretching Increases Flexibility and Reduces Joint Pain
New research published in Springer Nature found stretching can enhance flexibility, but there are limitations on how long and often the stretching will benefit you. Stretching Is an Important Part of Health and Fitness Flexibility refers to the capacity to move a joint fully, which may be achieved through regular stretching exercises. Older adults especially…
Easy Ways to Protect Your Joints in Cold Weather Activities
It isn’t just a myth that people with arthritis can predict weather changes. Although winter weather doesn’t cause arthritis, chilling temperatures can increase sensitivity to pain and make arthritis symptoms worse. With careful planning and proper safety precautions, you can relieve symptoms of osteoarthritis and joint pain by staying active in the cold months. Inactivity…
Are Your Feet Aching From Arthritis? You May Need New Shoes.
With all the merriment of the holidays, do your feet throb and ache at the end of the day? Perhaps you should put shoes on your holiday wish list! Taking care of your feet can help reduce pain in your knees and hips, and sometimes it’s as simple as buying the correct shoes. Older Adults…
Robotics-Assisted Joint Replacement
If your doctor has recommended robotics-assisted joint replacement as the best course of action to alleviate your pain, you may have questions about what to expect. How Does Robotics-Assisted Joint Replacement Work? A typical robotic system has two parts: One “arm” has a powerful camera affixed to it that allows the surgeon to visualize the…
Exercise Your Joints Before and After You Gobble Your Holiday Meal
Do you feel more stuffed than a Thanksgiving turkey when you finish your holiday meal? After a hearty winter meal, you might feel inclined to lounge on the sofa for a lengthy nap, but it’s best to fight that urge. Walking before and after a large meal will increase your metabolism and promote healthy digestion….
Weekly Resistance Training Can Improve Joint Health
It’s never too late to begin healthy habits, even in your golden years. A recent study found that weightlifting three times per week steadily increases muscle joint strength in older people. Bone and Joint Health National Action Week Is Oct. 12-20 Strength and balance are essential for seniors to maintain independence and overall health. Bone…
Strengthen Your Joints and Modify Your Home to Prevent Falls
The year 2024 is known as the “silver tsunami.” Approximately 4.1 million Americans will turn 65 this year. As the U.S. population sees record numbers of retirees, falls are a growing health concern for seniors, putting them at risk for broken bones, injury and death. The Dangers of Older People Falling One out of every…
Injection Therapy for Shoulder or Elbow
To help control your pain, your doctor can inject medication directly into the affected area instead of prescribing pills. These injections can ease pain and inflammation and improve joint movement. We at YourOrthoSolution are focused on using the most effective treatments to relieve your pain. Injections are not a cure, but they can help you…
Shoulder Conditioning and Recovery Program
If you’ve injured your shoulder or just had surgery, it’s very important to develop and follow a recovery plan to improve your mobility, flexibility, strength, and overall health. It is important to consult your doctor before performing any new exercises to be sure these are safe and appropriate for your condition, injury, or recovery from…
Shoulder Surgery
The most flexible joint in the human body is the shoulder. The shoulder joint enables your arm to be placed in front, behind, to the side, and above your body. However, the high level of flexibility leaves the shoulder more vulnerable to instability and injury. Nonsurgical treatments are often recommended for shoulder problems prior to…