OrthoCarolina Resources

We know we shouldn’t sit all day, but most of us have to make a living, which in many cases means we’re stuck at a desk – and in a chair – most of the day.

The medical knowledge gleaned from the NFL Combine (which itself was started by physicians) will inform the draft. 

Running in the winter can be an exhilarating challenge. But it also presents unique challenges and can add a higher risk for injuries.

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.

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.

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.

Whether you work from home or in an office, there are proper ways to set up a workstation that encourages comfort and efficiency. 

Charlotte has some great events going on throughout the year. Here are nine of the best.

Choose one of these family-friendly Triad hikes for your next family adventure.

These top adventures should be on your North Carolina bucket list for winter.

Tips for Athletes from a Physical Therapist to Increase Neuromuscular Control

Learn how to prevent hamstring injuries with these stretches from a Physical Therapist

Preparing Athletes to Return to the Field with OrthoCarolina Hickory Physical Therapy

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.

Foot and ankle specialist performs four surgeries in just two months on patients who have sustained injuries while riding scooters.

Skiing and snowboarding are thriving across the South thanks to advanced snowmaking technology and improved amenities at resorts.

If you're in Charlotte, you can take a day trip to the mountains of western North Carolina for great snowshoeing and skiing.

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.

Many of us make healthy resolutions every year, stick to them for a while, and inevitably break them. Sound familiar?

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. 

Cold weather can make runners more prone to injuries as muscles tense up and can cause asthmatic flares.

Charlotte's mild winters and trails near downtown make it easy to train outside in all four seasons.

North Carolina’s national forests offer world class hiking, climbing, mountain biking, and backcountry camping,