Protecting yourself During Golf Season: Common Golf Injuries
Golf injuries, believe it or not, are rather common, with injury rates ranging from 25% to 60% of players. Although we see relatively few traumatic injuries compared to other contact sports, the repetitive nature of the golf swing places us at risk for many overuse injuries. Individuals over the age of 50 and those with … read more
When Scoliosis Throws You a Curve – We Can Help
Many adults are surprised to discover they have a condition called scoliosis, an abnormal curvature of the spine. Unlike a normal spine that gently curves from back to front in a subtle S shape, spines with scoliosis curve from side to side in a C or S shape. If the curvature of the spine deviates … read more
Unraveling the Mysteries of Neck Pain
Do you experience tingling or burning sensations in one or more of your arms or wrists? Is it sometimes challenging to button your clothes or hold coins in your hand? Do you feel numbness or shooting pains in a leg or even experience trouble walking? You may be surprised to learn that any one of … read more
The Top 4 Causes of Back Pain and How They are Treated
If you suffer from back pain, you’re not alone. According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), back pain is one of the most common medical conditions in the United States. Fortunately, a number of non-surgical treatment options are available. According to Dr. Todd F. VanderHeiden, a board-certified orthopedic spinal surgeon at Panorama Orthopedics, surgery … read more
5 Ways Your Feet Change as You Age
With aging comes changing and there are a few places on the body that tend to be neglected more than the feet over time. Here are five changes to watch for and what you can do to keep your feet healthy as you age. Longer Feet You may have thought that your feet would stop … read more