When it comes to picking out the right running shoe, we always say that comfort is king, but it’s not the only factor you should consider. Comfort and support are essential in a running shoe, but when this comfort comes in the form of an overly padded heel, you may actually be increasing your risk […]
Osteoporosis Screening Recommendations – Reading Between The Lines
Last month, Medscape published an article titled “A ‘Nagging Gap’: Screening Men For Osteoporosis. In the article, the author explains how the US Preventative Services Task Force recently released updated screening recommendations for osteoporosis. They wrote that the following groups should be screened for osteoporosis: All women aged 65 or older Postmenopausal women younger than […]
Five Surprising Health Benefits Of Love
Happy Valentine’s Day! Whether you’re lucky in love or you’re hoping to soon find Mr. Right, many people yearn for a committed and loving relationship. And while there are many reasons why we look for love, you may be surprised to learn that being in love can actually be beneficial for your health. In today’s […]
How Emotions Can Affect Ankle Proprioception
Emotions play a major role in how we feel, but a new study suggests that they can also impact how we move. The study, which was conducted at Tohoku University in Japan, sought to learn more about how our emotional states impacted ankle proprioception during specific movement tasks. The small study involving 20 healthy young […]
Stress In The Operating Room? It May Be A Good Thing
Stress oftentimes gets a bad rap, and we completely understand why. When you’re stressed, your cortisol levels rise, and that can cause a host of issues inside your body, especially if this stress becomes chronic. However, stress isn’t all bad. As the old adage goes, “No pressure, no diamonds,” and we see that play out […]
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