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Jun 28, 2009

Definition of Osteoporosis: Part I of II

Osteoporosis is a very common problem. According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, 55% of people over 50 years of age have osteoporosis. It accounts for 1.5 million fractures per year at an annual cost of more than 18 billion dollars.

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Jun 13, 2009

Muscle Cramps

A muscle cramp is defined as an involuntary contraction or spasm of a muscle that will not relax. The tight muscle spasm is painful and debilitating. It can involve all or part of the muscle and groups of muscles.

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Jun 13, 2009

Be Active, Be Well, Live Long!

Is there a secret to a long and healthy life? Do genes control our destiny? How does lifestyle impact our health?

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Jun 13, 2009

Prevention of Lower Back Pain: Maintain Fitness Level

As little as 10 extra pounds puts great stress on your lower back. It also makes it more difficult to maintain good posture.

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Jun 8, 2009

Manage Stress and Prevent Heart Disease - Part II of II

A bad marriage, an unhealthy relationship, a cruel boss, and a troubled economy are all potential causes of stress because they can produce feelings of anger and depression. There are physical, mental, emotional, and behavioral signs associated with stress.

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Jun 8, 2009

Can Stress Kill You? Part I of II

Medical researchers are not sure how stress increases the risk of heart disease but more and more evidence suggests a relationship between the two.

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Jun 8, 2009

EXERCISE IS PRESCRIBED FOR WOMEN’S HEALTH

May is National Women’s Health Month! No topic may be more important to woman’s health than menopause.

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Jun 8, 2009

You Are Never Too Old To Exercise! Part II of II

You are never too old to exercise! This is the second of two columns dedicated to appropriate exercise for the elderly. Last week I discussed basic strengthening exercises. This column will address three additional components necessary for independence in the elderly: flexibility, balance and endurance.

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Jun 8, 2009

You Are Never Too Old To Exercise! Part I of II

A reader who described herself as “elderly” asked me if she was too old to exercise. Without knowing her age, I replied that she was not. I did qualify my response with the fact that exercise must be adjusted to meet the individual needs of a person based on age, health status and goals.

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May 16, 2009

Living with Lower Back Pain: Prevention

It is widely accepted in the medical community that the best treatment for lower back pain (LBP) is prevention. Keeping fit, (flexible and strong), practicing posture, and using good body mechanics are essential in the prevention of LBP. At our office, great time and effort is spent emphasizing the importance of these concepts.

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