Doctor Advice
How to Choose the Best Orthopedic Shoulder Surgeon
If you’ve suffered a shoulder injury or are experiencing pain, you want to pick the best shoulder surgeon in your area. The question is, how do you figure out what orthopedic surgeon is the best for you? The quickest answer to that question: research. Unfortunately, it’s a bit more involved than a simple Google search […]
Improve Your Bone Health: Best Osteoporosis Diet and Exercises
Worldwide, 1 in 3 women and 1 in 5 men over the age of 50 are at risk for an osteoporotic fracture – and as we age, our chances of suffering from osteoporosis or an osteoporotic fracture only increase. What is Osteoporosis? According to the International Osteoporosis Foundation, “Osteoporosis, which literally means porous bone, is […]
What You Should (and Shouldn’t) Do After ACL and MCL Tears and Surgery
Whether you injured your knee on the slopes, in the gym, on the field or from a slip and fall, getting back to 100% after knee surgery can feel like an uphill battle. More often than not, that’s because it is. Rehabilitating from ACL or MCL surgery is a long process – and that process […]
What Causes Numbness in Hands? Common Causes, Injuries and Diagnoses
Like many aches, pains and frustratingly unspecific symptoms, numb hands can be caused by a whole host of environmental factors, personal health factors and a variety of medical conditions. Before falling down a rabbit hole of unlikely and scary diagnoses, however, it’s important to know that the most common causes of numb hands aren’t as […]
All You Need to Know About Rotator Cuffs: Tears, Injury Tests, Physical Therapy and Rotator Cuff Surgery
You have a nagging pain in your shoulder… Should you see a shoulder specialist? Or do you just tough it out? If the pain is affecting your work, recreational activities or how you live your everyday life, it’s a good idea to see an orthopedic shoulder surgeon for a consultation. No matter if your shoulder […]
The 3 Most Common Ski Injuries to Avoid This Ski Season
The snow is flying and the ski season in Utah is off to an awesome start! And while the thought of an epic powder day is enough to keep us up at night, the last thought on our minds when the avalanche bombs go off in the early morning hours is about getting injured on […]
What You Need To Know When Choosing Health Insurance
Whether you rely on your employer for health insurance or you’re undertaking the daunting task of finding your own coverage through private insurance or the health insurance marketplace, understanding the ins and outs of health insurance is no easy feat. And while there is a lot of uncertainty that surrounds health insurance in the United […]
Do I Have Ankle Arthritis? Signs, Symptoms and Treatments
No matter whether you’re suffering from chronic or acute ankle pain, the affect joint pain can have on your everyday life cannot be overstated. While there are a host of reasons you may be experiencing ankle pain – such as injury, overuse or gout – one of the most common causes is ankle arthritis. What […]
Peroneal Tendonitis: Causes and Treatment
Chronic ankle pain has a significant impact on quality of life. Peroneal tendonitis is an ankle condition primarily impacting athletes and runners, although people from all walks of life may suffer an ankle injury related to overuse. Prevention and treatment of peroneal tendonitis can keep your ankle flexible and reduce pain. What is peroneal tendonitis? […]
How Podiatrists Treat and Prevent Injury
Your feet are a complex grouping of bones and tendons that are responsible for maintaining balance and supporting your body while you stand, walk, or perform other activities. Additionally, your ankles bear your body weight and complement a wide range of motion for your feet and legs. Injuries or disorders of the feet can limit […]