Apr 30, 2015 | General
The author Dr. Gabe Mirkin of one of my favorite books, Sportsmedicine, recently posted information on his website about some recent research that indicates that there are times when ice actually delays the healing process. This is the Dr. Mirkin who is the Physician...
Apr 30, 2015 | General
How many times growing up were you told not to crack your knuckles because it causes arthritis? That is not correct. Studies have shown that people who crack their knuckles statistically have less arthritis than those that don’t. Chances are your mom told you that...
Apr 1, 2015 | General
After a really long cold and snowy winter, cyclists are chomping at the bit to get back out on the road. Along with the long cold and snowy winter comes lots and lots of potholes, and some of these are ginormous! Keep in mind these safety tips when venturing back...
Apr 1, 2015 | General
Last month I met a new patient, an active 55 year old man (like me). For 3 months he was experiencing electric like pains in his left leg from just below his knee to the ankle. The electric sensation was random, but happened more frequently when he sat or was...
Mar 1, 2015 | General
February is behind us and hopefully that means the piles of snow and record cold will soon be too. We’ve seen the stresses snow and ice has put on our bodies and our homes. Our office phone has been ringing from our hurting patients who either didn’t read our...
Mar 1, 2015 | General
Massage Cupping is a type of therapy that uses glass or plastic cups and a vacuum pistol to create suction on the body’s surface being treated. Massage oil or cream is used to bond the suction and create a smooth glide on skin. This technique is used to lift and...
