You’re probably aware that smoking can have a significant affect on your heart and lungs, but you may be surprised to learn that it can also have a negative effect on your feet. In fact, smoking can even lead to a condition known as “smoker’s feet.” In today’s blog, we take a closer look at […]
New Study Finds Inactivity a Bigger Killer than Cigarettes
Recent research shows that cutting out physical activity results in higher fatality rates than smoking cigarettes. On a global scale, inactivity leads to roughly 5.3 million deaths each year. By comparison, cigarettes cause about 5 million deaths a year. “Inactivity” is defined as less than 150 minutes of moderate physical activity per week. Eliminating all […]
Quitting Smoking can Lead to Better Recovery after Surgery
The negative effects of smoking on the cardiovascular system have been well documented, but there hasn’t been much research on smoking’s impact on the musculoskeletal system. This lack of research has made many orthopedic specialists hesitant to discuss smoking with their patients. Now orthopedic surgeons will be able to confidently discourage their patients from smoking […]
