Lifestyle & Wellness
Sitting All Day? Try These 5 Gentle Stretches to Relieve Pain
Activities and professions that require a lot of sitting can also result in a lot of pain. At the end of your day, try these stretches to get those sore muscles moving.
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If You Sit at a Desk All Day, This Muscle Might Be in Danger
It’s not as well-known as its companion muscle the gluteus maximus, but the gluteus medius has an important job: to stabilize the pelvis and hips. Here's what to know about sitting.
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3 Hand-Care Recommendations From an Orthopedist
We think about stretching our backs, massaging our necks and taking care of the part of our bodies that work that hardest, but hands can be overlooked. A specialist offers three ways to give your hardworking hands a little TLC.
How to Set Up a Healthy Workstation
Whether you work from home or in an office, there are proper ways to set up a workstation that encourages comfort and efficiency.
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9 of Charlotte's Best Festival and Adventure Weekends
Charlotte has some great events going on throughout the year. Here are nine of the best.
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11 Family-Friendly Winter Hikes in the Triad
Choose one of these family-friendly Triad hikes for your next family adventure.
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Your Carolina Winter Adventure Bucket List
These top adventures should be on your North Carolina bucket list for winter.
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Free Workouts You Can Do at Home
Life making it hard to get to the gym? Here's a list of resources that provide free workouts.
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Neuromuscular Control for Athletes
Tips for Athletes from a Physical Therapist to Increase Neuromuscular Control
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Stretches to Prevent Hamstring Injuries
Learn how to prevent hamstring injuries with these stretches from a Physical Therapist
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Ladder Drills for Athletes
Preparing Athletes to Return to the Field with OrthoCarolina Hickory Physical Therapy
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How a Year of Pilates Shaved 15 Seconds Off My Mile Pace
After OC Physical Therapist Assistant Mary Jean followed through on a year of Pilates classes, she looks back at the results she’s seen, including a 15-second reduction in her mile pace.
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As Scooter Popularity Increases, Doctor Sees Uptick in Injuries
Foot and ankle specialist performs four surgeries in just two months on patients who have sustained injuries while riding scooters.
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Where to Go Skiing & Snowboarding in the Southeast
Skiing and snowboarding are thriving across the South thanks to advanced snowmaking technology and improved amenities at resorts.
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How to Put Together the Perfect Snowshoeing & Cross-Country Skiing Trip Near Charlotte
If you're in Charlotte, you can take a day trip to the mountains of western North Carolina for great snowshoeing and skiing.
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5 Tips for Keeping Your New Year's Running Resolution
It’s no surprise that fitness is one of the top New Year’s resolutions year after year. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the top resolutions that isn’t fulfilled.
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How to Have a Healthy 2019: REAL Tips from an Orthopedist
Many of us make healthy resolutions every year, stick to them for a while, and inevitably break them. Sound familiar?
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Giving it a Whirl: a Ballet Dancer’s Quest to Rehab in Time for the Ultimate Holiday Performance
To Mia, dancing The Nutcracker is an obligatory part of the holiday season. At 16 years old, she dances five days a week for 20 hours a week. She will do anything to stay on her toes and one day dance in New York.
Reindeer Games Workout
After this workout, Rudolph may have been happy that he didn't have to participate in those reindeer games! Physical therapist Sarah Dobroka has helped us get into the holiday spirit by putting together this calorie-sleighing workout.
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Safe Exercises to Combat Low-Back & Pelvic Pain During Pregnancy
Cold weather can make runners more prone to injuries as muscles tense up and can cause asthmatic flares.
5 Tips for Winter Trail Running
Charlotte's mild winters and trails near downtown make it easy to train outside in all four seasons.
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Hiking, Biking, Camping, Fishing & Paddling in North Carolina’s 4 National Forests
North Carolina’s national forests offer world class hiking, climbing, mountain biking, and backcountry camping,
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48 Hours of Adventure in Charlotte
Your guide to 48 hours of outdoor adventure and great food, drinks, and entertainment in Charlotte.
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A Quick & Dirty Guide to Winston-Salem's Trail Running Scene
A guide to training programs, local clubs, and other resources to help you plug in to Winston-Salem's trail running scene.
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