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If the Shoe Fits

All too often the topic of footwear comes up in our clinic, even if the person isn’t there for a foot problem. The shoes you choose to spend your day in will greatly impact all areas of your body including your knees, hips and spine. Your foot is the first part of your body to […]

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Tips for Yardwork and Gardening

Summer is in full swing now and with this warm weather comes continued yard work and gardening that will lead us into the fall season. Most gardening activities such as digging, planting, weeding, raking and push mowing can cause stress and strain on muscles and joints. Though these activities may not seem like much in […]

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Exercise and Arthritis

Exercise and arthritis can and should coexist. Now, if you’re one of the estimated 54 million that live with arthritis, exercise may sound like a terrible idea. On the contrary, exercise has been proven to reduce pain, increase energy, improve sleep and overall day to day function in those who regularly participate in an exercise […]

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Sitting is the new Smoking

If you haven’t heard this phrase before then please read on because the gravity of the situation is real. Sitting for prolonged periods has been linked to higher risks of heart disease, obesity, diabetes, cancer, and even early death. This inactivity is not limited to just the time you spend sitting in front of the […]

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Proper Hydration

Summer is finally here, and with summer comes the hot weather. For those who spend time outside during this time of year, staying hydrated is important for health and optimal function. Proper hydration benefits the whole body: it keeps cool in the heat by allowing our bodies to sweat and also by maintaining proper blood […]

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Plantar Fasciitis

One of the most common causes of foot and heel pain is plantar fasciitis. It’s an inflammatory condition involving the thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot from your heel to your toes. Many people experience the pain in the morning with their first steps or with prolonged walking and […]

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Couch to 5k

Spring has sprung and the nice weather has arrived. What better way to enjoy it than to set a goal for the upcoming months and embrace the longer, warmer days? With some easy, no-pressure planning you too could sign up and complete your first 5K race. An added bonus are all the health benefits that […]

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Golfer’s Elbow

Medial epicondylitis, also known as golfer’s or thrower’s elbow, is an overuse injury of the tendons located on the inside aspect of the forearm. This condition is characterized by inflammation and pain associated with repetitive use of the elbow, wrist and hand. It commonly occurs in those who perform repetitive motions such as swinging a […]

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