Fitness & Training
Osteoporosis and Exercise
You’ve been given the diagnosis of Osteoporosis and your doctor wants you to do weight bearing activities to improve your bone health.
Read MoreThings that move properly shouldn’t hurt
The benefits of manual therapy combined with exercise
Read MoreFirst time triathlon success tips
Thinking about signing up for your first triathlon? For many, the idea of training for a swim, bike and run may seem exciting but also a little overwhelming...
Read More4 things to do before you lace up this running season
If you’re like me, you’ve noticed temperatures rising and hours of daylight getting longer. That means running season is in stride and fun races are just around the corner.
Read MoreSix Yoga Misconceptions
Yoga is often misunderstood. Its benefits, however, are well known: increased flexibility and strength, improved balance and posture and stress relief to name a few.
Read MoreMeet Aaron. OC Loves to Run
Aaron Hewitt, Physician Assistant - Sports Medicine, Cartilage Restoration
Read MoreTrain Like an NFL Player to Improve your Run
Before working at OrthoCarolina, I was an athletic trainer for the Minnesota Vikings.
Read MoreMeet Kevin. OC Loves to Run
Kevin Casey, Physician Assistant, General Orthopedics, Ironman Finisher
Read MoreFrom Cycling to Crutching: Battling back from the emotional side of injury
How one man’s breakaway changed his life
Read MoreDo You Know Tabata?
You can do anything for 20 seconds, right? No sweat. But, have you met Tabata?
Read MoreRunning reflections as I turn 40
I turn 40 today. Last weekend, I ran a marathon trying to break four hours...
Read MoreWhen Can My Child Start Lifting Weights?
I get asked this question almost daily, so if it’s something you’ve pondered as a parent, know that you are not alone.
Read MoreWhat We’re Doing in Physical Therapy – Multi Radiance Medical Laser®
Laser treatment is a non-invasive therapeutic modality, or treatment, designed to reduce and relieve chronic pain that can happen as the result of a variety different orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions.
Read MoreRootsRated features Charlotte-area outdoors expertise
OrthoCarolina has partnered with RootsRated for a new online feature that connects users with the best outdoor experiences in and around Charlotte, hand-picked by local outdoor retailers and their networks of local experts.
Read MoreNational Physical Therapy Month: What Our Patients Say
Below are some comments from our patients about their OrthoCarolina physical therapy experience. We are grateful for our PTs, their service and hard work!
Read MoreCervicogenic Headaches: Long name; treatable problem
Most of us have had a headache before and know that they are…well, a headache.
Read MoreThree Injuries, Three Months: Sarah’s Story
At age 28, I was in the best shape of my life...
Read MoreGoing the Extra Mile: Helping Care Ring Cross the Finish Line
Each August we take to the streets with our fellow runners for the annual OrthoCarolina 10K Classic.
Read MoreThe Ultimate List: Our Top 50 Tips for Running Your First Race
Running your first race can be scary, exhilarating and everything in between.
Read MorePatience is Probably the Best Quality in a Runner
I spend a lot of time playing the numbers game and weighing probabilities of various outcomes as a running coach...
Read MoreIndoor Cycling and Your Core
Exercise and staying fit is a big part of Dr. David Anderson’s life.
Read MoreWhy the Core Muscles are Different from Other Muscles
The core is the part of the human body located between the pelvic floor and diaphragm, and its main job is to hold and protect your spine.
Read MoreDo you get back pain from sitting at your desk?
Ergonomics and the “90-90-90 Position”: Why ‘how’ you sit is so important
Read MoreA Helping Hand: Meet Sarah Blanchard, Occupational Therapy Hand Resident
National Hand Therapy Week
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