Athletes push their bodies to the limit, and the shoulder often takes the brunt of it. Whether it’s throwing a fastball, tackling an opponent, crashing on the singletrack trail, or taking a hard fall on the slopes, the shoulder’s extreme mobility makes it vulnerable to injury. Some of these injuries …
Orthopedic Injury
How Preventive Care Can Help Avoid Orthopedic Surgery
It’s easy to think of orthopedic care as something you seek out when things go wrong—an injury, a joint that’s giving out, or a pain that just won’t quit. But what if you could stop those problems before they ever start? Preventive care isn’t just a buzzword; it’s one of the most effective ways to …
Managing Pain After an Orthopedic Injury: What Works?
Pain is sneaky. One minute you’re skiing that proverbial last run or tackling that nagging chore before dinner, and the next, you’re nursing an injury that’s taken over your every thought. Whether it’s the sharp sting of a twisted knee or the constant burning ache of a fractured wrist, managing pain …
