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Walk on Family Fitness Day for Healthy Joints
When is the last time you laced up your tennis shoes and went for a walk? A daily power walk can make more of a difference in your health than you could imagine. Walking is the perfect physical activity for families Walking is a lifelong activity that has multiple health benefits. According to the U.S.…
Read More‘Wear and Tear’ Arthritis Affects Millions
If your knees, hips or hands have pain or aching, stiffness, decreased flexibility or swelling, these may be symptoms of osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative joint disease which affects more than 32.5 million U.S. adults. OA is the most common form of arthritis. OA is known as “wear and tear” arthritis because the cartilage within…
Read MoreHip Replacement Restores Mobility, Relieves Pain
For years, John Bolt III enjoyed spending time outdoors playing golf and walking his dogs — until he started experiencing chronic pain in his right hip and back. The Morehead City, North Carolina, man said his pain limited his mobility and decreased his social time with his friends for about three years. “I used to…
Read MoreCall Your Orthopedist to Treat Shoulder Pain Promptly
Are you experiencing shoulder pain when you lift your arm over your head? It is wise to call an orthopedist about shoulder problems. Shoulder pain could indicate tendonitis, arthritis, a rotator cuff tear or shoulder instability. As you get older, you are more likely to develop shoulder discomfort. Your pain may build gradually or come…
Read MoreExercise Frequency Is More Important than Duration
Do you have a goal of exercising more this year? Unfortunately, many people break their New Year’s fitness goals within the first month. The best way to achieve success in building muscle strength is to commit to doing a few minutes of strength exercises each day. Frequency of Exercise Can Improve Muscle Strength According to…
Read MorePhysical Activity Helps Older Adults Maintain Independence.
Consistent physical activity is crucial for maintaining strength, balance and flexibility in older age, and it can prevent falls that cause hip fractures. Get Your Body Moving Every Day Daily exercise is one of the best habits for your health as you age. It can delay or prevent chronic conditions like hypertension, heart disease and diabetes. Staying…
Read MoreWeight Gain Affects Knee Mobility
Pound for pound, excess weight may increase your need for total knee replacement surgery, according to a recent study. Researchers reported that a weight gain of 11 pounds boosts the probability of needing joint surgery for both men and women. The likelihood that a woman would need surgery increases 35 percent. For a man, the…
Read MoreScore Relief From Pickleball Injuries
All across America, people of all ages play the fast-paced, competitive sport of pickleball. Invented in 1965, the indoor-outdoor sport combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong. Pickleball players use a paddle to hit a plastic ball with holes over a slightly modified tennis net on a badminton-size court. Like many other racket sports, pickleball involves…
Read MoreBone/Joint Conditions Cause Pain and Limit Mobility
Many adults give up playing sports, gardening or running because of chronic pain in their bones and joints. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports more than 1.7 billion people worldwide live with painful and disabling musculoskeletal conditions. These conditions — arthritis, back pain, fractures, osteoporosis, sports trauma and other ailments — often limit a person’s…
Read MoreRest Your Joints After Workouts to Prevent Injury
Exercising promotes physical and mental well-being, but overexercising can stress the joints and cause physical breakdown or injury. Does Exercise Reduce or Cause Joint Strain? One of the best ways to reduce joint strain is to maintain a healthy weight. Every pound of body weight places four to six pounds of pressure on your knees.…
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