Fear of Falling
Fear of falling is real. Every 11 seconds an older adult is seen in the emergency room for a fall and every 19 seconds one dies from that fall. One [...]
Turmeric Supplements for Knee Pain
There is growing evidence that this brightly colored herb related to ginger is a promising disease fighting entity due to its anti-inflammatory properties. New research suggests turmeric can be used [...]
Message to coaches: Protect your Young Athletes and Avoid Injury
Coaching our young developing athletes is an incredibly rewarding experience. Coaching gives us a chance to instill sportsmanship, teach valuable skills, boost confidence, and prepare for a lifetime of fun [...]
Set your SMART fitness goals
As thousands of people across the country start the new year with resolutions to improve their health and fitness this month, many will fall off the path by March and [...]
Finding a more livable lifestyle
I came across an article by Tim Maurer suggesting the New Year's 'refocus' on priorities. While most of us would place our family and health at the top, our actions [...]
Strength Training in Kids
I am frequently asked if it is ok for a child to lift weights, often by parents and children involved in year-round sports. The answer is a definite ‘yes’ as [...]
Heat stroke: Learn the warning signs
Heat stroke is a potentially very dangerous injury that results from long exposures to high temperatures or physical exertion. It requires emergency treatment. A core body temperature of 104° F [...]
The Naturopathic Orthopedic Surgeon
Webster defines the naturopath as some who implements "a system of treatment of disease that avoids drugs and surgery and emphasizes the use of natural agents". Patients come in every [...]