Fosamax is an FDA-approved drug treatment for post-menopausal osteoporosis, a condition that weakens bones and causes fractures in millions of women each year. Fosamax also is the oldest and most widely prescribed drug in the bisphosphonates class, w ... View More...
Your core strength is important at any age, because weak or inflexible core muscles can cause lower back pain and problems with balance and stability. The everyday movements you take for granted, including walking, bending, lifting, twisting and even ... View More...
Weight lifting helps build muscle mass, tone the body, increase strength and boost metabolism, but improper techniques can result in painful or debilitating injuries. Weight lifters who fail to take proper precautions put themselves at risk for injur ... View More...
Arthroscopic surgery offers a safe and minimally invasive way to diagnose joint problems, relieve pain and restore or improve range of motion. A popular treatment option for problems with the knees, hips, shoulders, elbows, ankles and wrists, this pr ... View More...
A rotator cuff injury involves irritation or tearing of the muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint. Damage can occur as a result of acute trauma, chronic overuse or the aging process, and typically causes significant pain along with red ... View More...
Basketball players are more prone to Achilles tendon injuries than other athletes, as Kobe Bryant, Dominique Wilkins and Chauncey Billups might tell you. In fact, a large number of NBA players were never able to return to their sport as a result of t ... View More...
High-intensity interval training, or HIIT, alternates short bursts of intense activity with brief periods of recovery. This form of exercise can be highly effective for achieving a variety of health and fitness goals for both novice and seasoned athl ... View More...
If you’ve tried to buy running shoes lately, you may have felt a bit overwhelmed. Given the countless options on the market these days, it can be difficult to choose. When it comes to running, function is the most important factor for shoes, and yo ... View More...
Most people have heard of turf toe, but few know much about this painful condition. Turf toe is a sprain of the joint at the base of the big toe, or the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint. This injury can occur when the toe is jammed or forcefully bent ... View More...
Trick-or-treat with us this year at our Octo-BOO-Fest! This fun event will be perfect for the whole family. Drop in on Monday, October 26th between 5:00 and 8:00 pm. We’ll be easy to find in the parking lot between Home Depot and the South Bang ... View More...