Published October 10, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Injuries to the fingertip are really very common and can happen almost anywhere – from using a hammer or saw to pinching your hand in a door or smashing it while moving something heavy. These everyday injuries can result in damage to part of the f... ...
Published September 12, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Cross-training is when an athlete participates in training activities that are different from those of their main sport. This well-rounded exercise regimen is important because it builds strength and flexibility in muscles that the athlete might n... ...
Published August 16, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Do you have numbness, tingling and pain in your hands and arms? If so, you could have carpal tunnel syndrome.Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve (one of the major nerves in your hand) is squeezed or compressed as it travels through... ...
Published August 02, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Playing tennis is a great way to get outside and exercise for people of all ages. Like with any sport, however, there is a risk of injury when playing tennis. Shoulders, wrists and elbows are easy targets for injury from overuse.Tennis elbow is co... ...
Published July 27, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
If the spine wasn’t an important part of your body, there wouldn’t be a saying to express something of priority as “the backbone.” Keeping your backbone healthy is important to your overall health and wellness. Back pain is a common reason people ... ...
Published July 12, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Stretching can introduce many benefits to your physical health. Not only does stretching increase flexibility, but stretching also reduces muscle tension and soreness, reduces the risk of injury to the tendons, joints and muscles, enhances body aw... ...
Published July 07, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Looking for a low-impact exercise that’s good for your joints? Find your way to a local pool at the YMCA or community center.Swimming is a great option for exercise that’s easy on the joints. The buoyancy of the water supports body weight and redu... ...
Published June 26, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Did you know what you eat could help ease the pain of arthritis? While there is no magic diet that will cure arthritis, eating certain foods (and avoiding others) can help decrease inflammation, increase bone strength, boost the immune system and ... ...
Published June 14, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Busy work schedules don’t leave much time for hours of exercise during the week. This is why a lot of us end up being weekend warriors. We might squeeze a couple of short workouts in during the week, but we all know many of us save our more intens... ...
Published May 23, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
So why should you drink a glass of milk today? Because it promotes healthy bones! We want to help stop bone disease before it starts.Milk is a prime source of calcium, vitamin D and potassium. Calcium is important for building strong bones and vit... ...
