Physical Therapy Association Offers Tips for Pain-free Gardening

A garden is where people of all ages, fitness levels and shades of green thumb can enjoy physical activity. As with all types of exercise, there is a risk of injury if done improperly. It’s important that gardeners take a health-conscious approach to both prevent injuries and reap the health rewards of gardening…. [...]

Rotator Cuff Surgery

A new study shows that shoulder function is not fully restored after rotator cuff surgery. [...]

Tips for Avoiding Golf Injuries

In an effort to reduce golf injuries, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) issued a press release August 18, 2010 recommending these golf injury-prevention tips:

• Dress for comfort and make sure to wear the appropriate golf shoes; short cleats are best on the course.

• Do not hunch your neck or shoulders over the ball; [...]