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Sign upStay safe in the summer sun! Discover essential tips for preventing heat-related injuries during your outdoor fitness routine. Hydrate properly, choose the right time and place, dress for comfort, and listen to your body. Modify your workout to beat the heat and enjoy a healthy and active summer.
Read MoreLearn how to prevent pickleball injuries with insights from an orthopedic surgeon. Discover common injuries, such as foot and ankle injuries, low back injuries, and shoulder and elbow injuries, and find out how to reduce the risk through proper warm-up, stretching, and exercise. Seek professional guidance for treatment and rehabilitation if injuries occur. Stay safe and enjoy pickleball without the worry of getting hurt.
Read MoreDiscover the Power of Water: Transforming Fitness and Well-being Through Aquatic Exercise
Read MoreDiscover how the All-Star Adaptations Basketball Program is helping children with disabilities access adaptive sports in a safe and inclusive environment. Learn about the benefits of this nonprofit organization and how it's boosting self-confidence, impro
Read MoreOrthoCarolina is proud to provide excellence in orthopedics for all. Join us in celebrating Gavin, Micah, and Jake's return to the Central Cabarrus Basketball court after being in the specialized care of Dr. Robert Morgan.
Read MoreSimple, everyday choices can help relieve hand pain and prevent overuse injuries like trigger finger and carpal tunnel. Learn helpful tips, common symptoms to watch out for and what to expect if you're considering surgery.
Poor posture and spending so much time on our devices (phones, computers, tablets, and more) can contribute to pain and weakness of the neck, upper back and thumbs (aka “tech neck”).
Read MoreGenuine custom foot orthotics are made specifically to your left and right anatomical foot geometry. They realign and stabilize the bones in your feet in order to restore your natural walking pattern more effectively than over-the-counter inserts.
Does your job or day-to-day activities leave you with neck or back pain? 30-50 percent of the general and work population report back pain annually, meaning it’s one of the most common musculoskeletal problems.
Finding yourself grabbing your neck and shoulders after a long day at work? Try these neck and shoulder stretches physical therapist-approved stretches.
Read MoreSanta and his merry little elves may be nimble and quick, but the holiday season brings with it less frequently recognized hazards that could potentially have you muttering Bah-humbug
Read MoreOrthoCarolina sends a physical therapist to help 107.9 The Link's Matt & Ramona get more comfortable in the studio with these ergonomics tips.
Read MoreWith 85% of the population experiencing back pain at some point in their lives, OrthoCarolina is using Ergonomics Coaches to address important issues that contribute to your health.
Read MoreBack pain is a common complaint from those who sit all day. A standing desk can provide relief and a better working position.
Read MoreA physician assistant shares five ways you can sneak in some extra steps at the office.
Read MoreLower back pain is a common ailment. Try these physical therapist-recommended stretches right at your desk chair to help.
Read MoreCommonly caused by repetitive motion, carpal tunnel syndrome treatment can start with non-operative options.
Work can be a pain. Whether in a car or at a desk, we know sitting can cause our bodies pain and discomfort.
Read MoreWe 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.
Read MoreWhen we live streamed from the operating room, our viewers had lots of questions about the surgeries being performed. Our orthopedists have responded with all the answers.
Read MoreWe’ve been told over and over that sitting too much is highly detrimental to your health. The reality is that many of us have to sit at a desk for much of the day.
But does the fact that too much sitting is bad mean that investing in a standing desk is the best solution?
Read MoreActivities 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.
Read MoreIt’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.
Read MoreWe 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.
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