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Top Tips for Exercising Indoors
Have you recently lost weight? Or are you just determined to get in better shape, whether you have dropped some pounds or not? Adding exercise to your daily routine will go a long way toward helping you keep weight off …
Exercise Smart: Sports Injury Prevention
For any athlete or active individual, a sports injury can cause extreme frustration and possibly result in long-term damage to the body. It is important to exercise smart to avoid any possible complications in your training. Here are the most …
Should I See a Podiatrist?
Podiatrists are doctors who diagnosis and treat disorders of the foot, ankle, and lower leg. While many common foot problems can be solved with rest, ice, anti-inflammatory drugs, and shoe changes, other issues may require medical attention. If you suffer …
Ankle Sprains: One of the Most Common Sports Injuries
You’ve heard the expression bend, but don’t break? That’s exactly what happens to the ankle when it is sprained. When an ankle is sprained, the body makes an unnatural twisting motion, causing unusual force on the joint. Ankle sprains are …
Categories: Orthopedic Health
Tags: Ankle, exercise, injury, orthopedic, sports, sprain, St. Petersburg
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Treatment Options for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a systemic inflammatory disease that researchers are learning more about every day. To understand the different treatments available for managing RA, it’s important to know more about how the disease affects your body. Rheumatoid arthritis is …
Categories: Orthopedic Health
Tags: anti-inflammatory medication, joint, pain, RA factor, Rheumatoid arthritis
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Preventing Sports Injuries: It’s All in the Warm-Up
Professional football kicks off next week, and many amateur athletes are also heading back to the playing field. As Florida’s weather finally cools, sports enthusiasts dust off their equipment and get back to their favorite games. That’s why every autumn, …