by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Jun 7, 2023 | arthritis
Your achy joints may suggest that you take it easy. Don’t listen to them, experts say. If it hurts when you get up from a chair or climb stairs, you might have osteoarthritis. If so, it’s best to keep moving. “While the pain from osteoarthritis worsens with activity...
by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Apr 27, 2023 | Anti-aging
Could golfing be good medicine for arthritis? Yes, according to researchers who found that for people with osteoarthritis, golfing lowered psychological distress and improved general health when compared with the general population. “Golf is a health-enhancing...
by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Apr 13, 2023 | Wellness
Nearly one-third of older people fall each year, most of them in their own homes. But it’s possible to reduce those numbers by a quarter, according to a new study. Five steps can cut the risk of falls by 26%, the researchers reported in the March 10 issue of...
by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Mar 14, 2023 | Anti-aging, arthritis, Knee
New research offers up some good news for diehard marathon runners: You don’t necessarily have to give up running if you are experiencing hip or knee pain. Contrary to widespread opinion, running marathons does not increase your risk for developing hip or knee...
by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Mar 1, 2023 | Wellness
People who have sleep apnea may have another issue to worry about — weaker bones and teeth. Known as low bone-mineral density, the condition is an indicator of osteoporosis and can increase the risk of fractures and cause teeth to become loose and dental implants to...
