Some people, when they get on a treadmill as opposed to running out in the great wide open, may adjust their form in negative ways without even meaning to. You run differently when you’re on a...
As sports medicine specialists, we spend a lot of time discussing those ways that athletes can protect themselves from a potential injury. But it’s not just the most active among us that could be...
Many runners, at some point or another, will have to face down an injury. The extensive downtime that this creates can be hard for many runners to handle, especially those who are accustomed to...
Any person involved in some sort of athletic activity could be subject to certain injury risks. Every sport has its own heightened dangers, with football players more susceptible to concussions and...
Actress Valerie Harper is featured in a segment on KABC7, talking about her knee pain and the ongoing treatment she's been receiving at DISC. Even though she is currently battling brain cancer,...
Something as seemingly benign as the way we comport ourselves when heading into work can have a distinct impact on our overall health. You may be putting your back and feet at risk for a chronic...
Most people end their running fitness regimen the moment they slow their feet to a crawl and let their pulse get back to normal. However, this discounts the importance of establishing a routine...
Certain activities and habits could put you more at risk for an Achilles tendon tear than others. By working with a coach, a trainer, or a physical therapist, you can engage in techniques that...
Many types of work require a person to lift heavy loads, and if these actions aren’t carried out in the correct way, an excessive amount of strain is going to be placed on the lifter’s back. Most...
If you’re like many people across the country, then in the next few weeks you’re going to be raking leaves and seeing to the various types of yard work that go along with the fall season. Because...
One area that many athletes are prone to injury is in their heel. While this doesn’t get the media attention that something like a concussion or an ACL tear would, the truth is that an injury to a...
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