Articles for Tag: "orthopedics"

Should I take cortisone shots to relieve the pain?  Featured
Should I take cortisone shots to relieve the pain?
Here’s what you need to know before considering a cortisone shot.
Best exercises for aging joints 
Best exercises for aging joints
You’ve always been a fitness buff all your life, but what happens when your joints say ‘no more?’
Boost workouts with plyometrics  Featured
Boost workouts with plyometrics
Try this old-fashioned workout for big results.
Is pain a requirement for exercise? 
Is pain a requirement for exercise?
When you push yourself hard it can be difficult to know the difference between muscle soreness and injury. Get the facts.
Recovering from an ACL injury 
Recovering from an ACL injury
According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, these painful and often serious ligament tears are most common for women.
Cyclist racks up miles after double knee replacement 
Cyclist racks up miles after double knee replacement
A former athlete turned cyclist opts to replace both knees and gets twice the benefits.
Don’t shrug off shoulder pain 
Don’t shrug off shoulder pain
Shoulder injuries are easily overlooked and may go untreated. Find out when you should see a doctor.