One of the most important things you can do for your lower back is keep your core strong and integrated with your spine. I'll explain. Have you ever seen a large sailboat? Picture the mast on the boat. What is attached to it? Riggings. Lots and lots of riggings. If those riggings are not there, the mast on the boat... Read more
Posture, both good and bad, absolutely can have an impact on osteoarthritis. How does bad posture affect osteoarthritis? Chronic bad posture places abnormal chronic stresses on your body. These stresses make it harder for your muscles to take the pressure off your joints-and your joints end up paying the price. For an easy... Read more
This is a common question that I hear from patients, family, and friends. Going to the doctor's office can be an intimidating experience. For one, if you are going to the doctor, there is a good chance that you are not feeling well. But even if you are feeling good and going in for a simple well-visit check-up, it can still be an... Read more
One of the first questions I sometimes hear from people who have knee pain is: Doc, do you think it is arthritis? The answer is, invariably, please tell me more about your pain. There are many causes of knee pain and arriving at an accurate diagnosis begins with a full, comprehensive medical history and physical examination.... Read more
Any joint can develop osteoarthritis. However, some joints are more prone to it than others. More common joints to develop osteoarthritis include the hips, knees, hands, and spinal joints. The elbow is less commonly affected by osteoarthritis. Of course, elbow pain can still be caused by osteoarthritis--it is just a little lower on the list... Read more
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