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Everyday Ergonomics - OrthoCarolina Keeps You in the Game

Work can be a pain. Whether in a car or at a desk, we know sitting can cause our bodies pain and discomfort.

Should Your Exercise Ball Double as Your Desk Chair? Here’s the Truth.

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.

Six Things We Learned About the NFL Combine from the Panthers’ Head Team Physician

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

Tips for Safe Winter Running

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

7 of Your Most Burning Questions about Standing Desks

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.

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.

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. 

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.

11 Family-Friendly Winter Hikes in the Triad

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

Your Carolina Winter Adventure Bucket List

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

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. 

Neuromuscular Control for Athletes

Tips for Athletes from a Physical Therapist to Increase Neuromuscular Control

Stretches to Prevent Hamstring Injuries

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

Ladder Drills for Athletes

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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. 

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.