While kids are learning important life skills through sports, remember to teach them to take care of their health. No matter if they are in middle school or high school, make their health a priority. Take a look at these tips to help you keep your kids safe while they’re on the court, field, track, and beyond!

With days spent typing away at computers, scrolling through phones, and generally staying very busy, wrist pain seems to be more and more common. A painful wrist can make life very difficult.

If you have consistently achy, pained wrists you may have developed a chronic wrist condition. With many orthopaedic conditions, injury does not always result from an acute occurrence. Often, orthopaedic conditions are caused by repeated motion and wear and tear over time. If you’re experiencing wrist pain or discomfort, read on to see if your wrist pain is a cause to see a doctor about.

Achy and painful joints are unfortunately a common experience in many adults’ lives. These aches and pains are often the work of arthritis, a condition characterized by inflammation of the joints. Every joint in the body has cartilage and synovium (a soft tissue envelope that encases joints and releases fluid) that cushions the joints and allows for smooth movement. Arthritis in its various forms, is the breakdown of this vital cartilage and synovium. When cartilage and synovium are damaged or diminished, the bones of the joints grind together. This grinding results in pain, stiffness, swelling, and immobility. According to the CDC an estimated 54.4 million US adults (22.7%) have been diagnosed with some form of arthritis. Of that 54.4 million, approximately 1.3 million suffer from rheumatoid arthritis.

With approximately 2.87 million Americans suffering from concussions each year, the injury is extremely common. This is especially true for those who play contact sports, like football. It’s important to educate yourself and your children on the different warning signs of a concussion and know when to seek treatment. There are many widely accepted misconceptions about concussions out there, that’s why we’re revealing the truth of these common claims on concussions.

We live in a stressful, chaotic world. It’s no surprise to most that this high pace, high stress way of life takes a toll on both our mental and physical health. Physical symptoms of stress may include digestive conditions such as IBS, high blood pressure, sleep issues, headaches, and painful chronic inflammation. Physical symptoms of stress like pain, lethargy, and a general “icky” feeling can often exacerbate the mental symptoms of stress like depression and anxiety.

Joint health is important at any age. Regular simple practices can help you avoid, delay, or relieve pain from painful joint conditions, such as arthritis. About 54 million adults have been diagnosed with arthritis. If you’re one of those people, check out these ways to alleviate or prevent joint pain.

Many working professionals, especially those with full-time desk jobs, feel stiff and sore after sitting all day. Staying in static positions for long periods of time can cause discomfort in your neck, shoulders, back, and hips. Hunching over your desk and not moving frequently causes joints to fall out of their proper alignment. In light of that fact, here are 5 stretches you can do from your desk to counteract pain and avoid more serious joint health issues later on.

It can be hard to know where to begin with your first orthopaedic appointment. Planning questions to ask in advance can make your visit more efficient and clear for both you and your doctor. Understanding your condition is the first step towards managing your long-term health. While each case is subjective and may need slight variations, this list can help get you started with your questions.