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Although many people try herbal products to relieve their osteoarthritis pain, there is scant evidence that they work, according to a recent review of natural remedies. Osteoarthritis commonly affects the knees, hips and hands. Damage to cartilage around the joints can cause horrible pain. Unfortunately, few studies on the use of herbal remedies for osteoarthritis […]READ MORE

Knee pain can be miserable and debilitating – especially among women aged 50 and older. According to the American College of Rheumatology, around 2/3 of all women aged 50 and older suffering from some degree of knee pain – chronic or recurring. Orthopaedic specialists note that women have a higher risk for developing arthritis than […]READ MORE

If you describe yourself as a people-pleaser, beware this Super Bowl Sunday. You could have a hard time saying no to that plate of sausages and bowl of chili. Researchers from Case Western Reserve University have found that people who don’t like upsetting others will often eat food just to make someone else happy. Even […]READ MORE

If you’re going to physical therapy for the first time, it’s important to know what to expect during your appointment. Below, we outline some of the more common, general procedures, but you should never hesitate to contact your physical therapist or physical therapy clinic to ask specific questions about your appointment! Before you even step […]READ MORE

Is big toe joint pain limiting your choice of footwear or keeping you from an active life? You may be suffering from a condition called hallux limitus. A form of osteoarthritis, this condition is marked by a limited range of motion in the big toe and pain on the top of the foot. Degenerative arthritis […]READ MORE

We suspect that the root of this question is a lack of clarity about what differentiates these two groups of exercises. We’ve broken them down below: Cardio Training According to the American Heart Association, cardiovascular exercise includes any aerobic exercise that increases you heart rate and “involves the steady and repetitive movement” of your upper […]READ MORE

January is the season when so many millions of Americans resolve to start exercising more, being more active, and making healthier choices. While many of us worry about the cold weather, few worry about the implications of not stretching before starting an activity. Many people report feeling physically stiff during the winter, and with stiffness […]READ MORE

We recently encountered a question from a weight loss client, who was wondering if potatoes were “healthy” or if they should be removed from her diet. Potatoes are not always a diet disaster. One large potato has about 280 calories and 63 grams of carbohydrates. The most important thing about potatoes is the manner in […]READ MORE

Nothing makes exercise more fun than a workout partner. Some of the best ones wag their tails. Walking the dog is one of the simplest ways to fit a little more exercise into your day. If your dog can handle it, a brisk 30-minute walk, five times a day, can help you meet the national guideline […]READ MORE

We’re consulting with our fitness, nutrition, and weight loss experts to get the correct answers to your most frequently asked questions! Jacqueline Browning is a registered dietitian who works closely with the Medically-Supervised Weight Loss Program at the Bon Secours Weight Loss Institute. In this installment, Jackie answers a question about how much bike riding […]READ MORE