Scurvy was the scourge of sailors for thousands of years, specifically between the 16th and 18th centuries. Scurvy is a dietary deficiency caused by a lack of vitamin C. The …

Stretching your muscles is just like anything else; there is a method to the madness. This simple exercise is extremely important for maintaining healthy flexible joints and muscles.

Simple stretches will not only help you avoid injury and improve your fitness, but they can also lead to better posture and fewer aches and pains.

Knee strengthening exercises are important to build surrounding muscles like quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes and calves to improve knee joint stability and support. See a physician for recommendations on knee exercises …

Welcome to the world of healthcare choices, where decisions can feel as weighty as the surgeries they’re associated with. In fact, that weight is a real hassle, so we decided …

Ah, baseball. It’s not just a game; it’s a saga of victory, defeat, and, well, the occasional run-in with injuries that make you wonder if your body secretly dislikes you. …

After and orthopedic injury or surgery people are often very focused on physical therapy as a way to get back on their feet as quickly as possible. While this is …

It’s time to break the age barrier on joint health, because osteoarthritis (OA) isn’t reserved for the golden years. And that’s not great news. In the dynamic realm of health, …

As the crisp fall air starts to arrive (and we Northwesterners continue to avoid thinking about the forthcoming chilly, soggy embrace of winter), it’s essential to maintain a fitness routine …

Here at ProOrtho we simply like to keep our patients moving. But even our most athletic patients can experience wear and tear on their bodies, so today we’re pointing the …

Sometimes if feels like we’ll never find the help we need to accomplish our goals. It could be any kind of support—advice from a friend, a doctor’s recommendation, a colleague …