Patient Education

An arthritis diagnosis can hit you hard. You may have many questions about what this means for your health. You may be unsure if you’ll still be able to participate in sports and activities that you love. Don’t let your diagnosis overwhelm you. Here are five things you should do after you’re diagnosed with arthritis.…

Did you know that wearing the wrong shoes can contribute to knee pain and increase your risk of a knee injury over time? This is especially true of athletes who spend a lot of time on their feet, such as runners and basketball players. Selecting the right shoes is one of the smartest ways you…

Are you one of millions of Americans that experience chronic pain? Nearly 20% of those that suffer from pain feel it most in their knees, where delicate cartilage can rip and tear from a sudden injury or simply wear away over time. Read on to discover more about the important role cartilage plays and if…

One of the most popular sports among both men and women is running. It’s accessible, doesn’t require much equipment, and is inexpensive. However, male and female runners have different needs, and their bodies have subtle differences. Female runners can be prone to more frequent knee injuries, especially if they are not careful about training. If you…

High School Football Players and ACL Tears: Avoiding Serious Damage Football is an intense sport that may injure players who don’t take the time to condition themselves properly. ACL tears are one of the most serious of these injuries. Parents of football players need to know how to avoid these problems and how surgery can…

Start Moving: Why Inactivity Is Hard on Your Knees Do you spend a lot of time sitting? Maybe you work at an office where most of your time is at your desk, or maybe when you’re at home, you prefer to rest on the couch instead of being on your feet. Many people live a…

How to Prevent Knee Injuries When Skiing Winter is on its way, and if you love to ski, then you may be eagerly awaiting that first big snowfall that signals the start of the ski season in your area. Whether you are an experienced skier or a novice, you need to be aware of knee…

Prevent ACL Tears to Keep Your Soccer Career Strong Soccer players move and exercise a lot during a game, actions that could cause severe physical injuries. For example, a large number of soccer players suffer debilitating injuries to the anterior cruciate ligament that can throw their career for a loop. Therefore, lifelong soccer players need…

If you’ve been inactive for a fair amount of time, entering the world of consistent exercise can be daunting. A lot of people don’t know where to begin or what to do, and they also may not know their limits or how to stay safe when trying new forms of exercise. If you’ve been sedentary…