Our bodies have an incredible ability to heal themselves and recover after being subjected to many forms of bodily harm. In the majority of cases, this is a benefit to the body and necessary for overcoming an injury, such as an ankle sprain or scraped elbow. But rarely, this tendency of the body to repair […]

As our bodies age, they go through a number of physical and mental changes that usually tend to make life more difficult. One of the more common issues that comes with older age is impaired balance, which can turn otherwise-normal everyday tasks—like getting out of bed or walking up the stairs—into major challenges. As a […]

Pain can develop just about anywhere in your body, and the results can cause problems, regardless of the location. The jaw is one region that doesn’t get discussed as often as more common injury sites like the knees or the neck, but disorders of the jaw are actually more prevalent than you may think. These […]

Getting injured on the job and being unable to work as a result can be a troubling experience. Coping with the injury is challenging in and of itself, but when it keeps you from carrying out your profession, the blow tends to be even more severe. For most individuals who face this predicament, the goal […]

We all know that annual check-ups are a necessary ingredient to achieving and maintaining optimal health. We’re told to have our teeth checked at the dentist twice a year, our eyes checked at the optometrist/ophthalmologist every year or two, and essentially our organs and organ systems checked at the primary care doctor once a year. […]

Summer is practically here, and that means most outdoor pools are opening up soon if they haven’t already done so. For many of us, time spent in a pool may be seen as a chance to relax and unwind with your friends and family, especially if you have a pool of your own at home. […]

No matter your size, profession or physical activity level, your knees take on a great deal of impact just moving about throughout the day. But for those involved in sports that include lots of running, jumping and cutting, or for overweight and obese individuals, the amount of pressure and resulting damage on the knees is […]

Sure, it may be difficult to see beyond the rain that has been drenching Maryland and a good portion of the East Coast lately, but one fact still remains true: warm weather is here and more is on the way! While the regular rainfall may seem to be a setback for those of you who […]

The reputation surrounding marijuana is currently undergoing some changes. Once considered a drug primarily associated with a certain fringe demographic, it is now inching closer and closer to the mainstream. This is largely the result of the legal status of marijuana, as it’s becoming far less regulated and more accessible to individuals with medical needs. […]

Do you find yourself whipping out your smartphone any time you have a few spare minutes to kill, whether that be on line at the grocery store or while sitting in a doctor’s waiting room? Do you get most of your news from the glowing screen of your phone or tablet, occasionally finding yourself locked […]