Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or PM&R, is not a well-known specialty, but it packs a powerful punch for those who benefit from it. What Is PM&R? In the simplest terms, PM&R is a specialty in medicine that helps to restore functionality to people who are living with a disability due to a disease, a disorder,…
Sports injuries happen. When you push yourself to achieve new levels of fitness, you are bound to sustain a sports injury of some kind sooner or later. The most important thing you can do regarding injuries is to prevent them in the first place by training safely, warming up, increasing your intensity gradually, and consuming…
Did you know that May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month? That means that there’s no better time to begin a workout routine or try a new healthy activity. When you’re active, you burn the calories you’ve consumed during the day helping you achieve and maintain a healthy weight. It isn’t necessary to train…
As the weather warms up, more people get outside to enjoy the sunshine, flowers, and the sights, sounds, and smells of new life all around – and to play sports. From golf, baseball, and soccer to running, biking, and rollerblading, spring brings out the athlete in all of us. However, with so many people enjoying…
If you are experiencing ankle or foot pain, one common culprit is ankle tendonitis. Your leg, ankle, and foot muscles are connected to the bone with tendons. Tendonitis is inflammation of a tendon. This condition often causes pain that worsens with activity and goes away with rest. There are different types of ankle tendonitis including…
Like any knee injury, a meniscus injury can be excruciating. Meniscus tears are one of the most common injuries to the cartilage in the knee. The meniscus itself is a piece of cartilage that stabilizes and cushions the joint. However, it’s easy to injure the meniscus by twisting your knee. In some cases, a portion…