Monthly Archives: June 2013
Don’t Ignore a Stiff and Painful Shoulder
Frozen shoulder is common condition that affects the shoulder, but is poorly understood, often misdiagnosed and routinely treated ineffectively. It involves a gradual stiffening of the shoulder joint, with associated pain and significant limitations in range of motion affecting the ability to perform activities of daily living. More often than not a minor injury or […]READ MORE
Keyboard Feet Stand In the Way of Better Typing Ergonomics
We’ve all seen those little feet that extend out of our keyboards, but did you ever know what they’re for? According to the keyboard maker BakkerElkhuizen, those feet are to improve visibility of the keys, not to lessen the load on your over-worked hands and wrists: “First of all, it is important to distinguish between […]READ MORE
Five Challenging Exercises You Can Do Barefoot at the Beach
Five easy (okay, we lied)… Five CHALLENGING exercises you can do barefoot at the beach! Sand Sprints: Pick two landmarks that you can run between. These runs should take you 12-30 seconds. Repeat 5 times with a 10 second rest in between each. Barefoot running in the sand is difficult-focus on not striking with your […]READ MORE
Is Hip Arthroscopy the Answer to Your Hip Pain?
Hip arthroscopy is a modern minimally invasive surgical technique that can be used to treat various conditions affecting the hip joint. It has revolutionized our ability to diagnose and treat painful conditions of the hip that affect young active individuals and athletes. Often the pain results from an injury or overuse during athletic activity, and […]READ MORE
New Research Suggests Concussions Should Keep Kids on the Bench for a Full Year
Head injuries are a big problem for young athletes, who may be more vulnerable for up to a year after having a concussion, according to new research in the journal Pediatrics. That means students and their parents may have to think hard about when it’s safe to return to play. When faced with the choice […]READ MORE
Shoulder Pain: When Should You See a Specialist?
Shoulder pain can be a disabling condition affecting individuals of all walks of life, and limiting their ability to perform many normal daily activities. In many instances it is caused by an injury or an overuse event that leads to localize tissue injury an inflammation. Conservative treatment, including rest, physical therapy and oral medication has […]READ MORE
I haven't felt this good in years…
Words can not express how grateful I am for the staff at the York County Bon Secours! I am almost 100% and haven’t felt this good in YEARS!!!! It’s not only the expertise but the professionalism, attentiveness and positive attitudes that make me love coming twice a week. Thank you again!!! – Patti S. + […]READ MORE
I am now pain-free…
Thank you to the In Motion Team at Boo Williams SportsPlex! I am now pain-free and ready to start my training program with Joey! Thank you to all the amazing In Motion staff! – Kris H.READ MORE
Massage Therapy Helps Ease a Variety of Chronic Health Issues
Instead of suffering from chronic conditions like frozen shoulder syndrome and migraines, some Hampton Roads residents have found another source of relief: massage. A trip to the massage therapist once or twice a month can help ease headaches and promote blood flow for better healing of aches and pains. While many people still enjoy massage […]READ MORE
Grilled Fruits and Vegetables Add Color, Nutrition and Flavor to Summer Dishes
Summer is a great time to fire up the grill. But, as all grill masters know, it’s not all about the meat! Spice up any cookout by adding fruits and vegetables to the menu – and the grill! Fruits and vegetables serve up a variety of vitamins and nutrients. Here are four ways to incorporate […]READ MORE