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Join Eli Patrick on his remarkable journey from a snowboarding mishap and clavicle fracture to a successful orthopedic surgery by Dr. Burbank. Discover how he overcame the challenges, battled post-surgery physical therapy, and returned to his beloved adventure sports with unwavering determination. Follow Eli's story of resilience, and find inspiration in his fearless pursuit of high-risk activities.

Discover essential tips for hand safety and injury prevention during cooking. Learn how occupational therapy can help with orthopedic injuries, and find ways to prevent kitchen accidents. Ensure safe food preparation this holiday season.

Discover how to safeguard against orthopedic injuries in pickleball and learn effective recovery strategies. Explore injury prevention tips and expert guidance for a safe and enjoyable pickleball experience.

Stay 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.

Nurturing Orthopedic Wellness: The Crucial Role of Post-Workout Recovery in Summer

Learn 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. 

Discover the Power of Water: Transforming Fitness and Well-being Through Aquatic Exercise

OrthoCarolina specialist, Dr. Bryan Saltzman discusses tips for cardio in the new year.

Click here to learn about Zoey Carroll's speedy recovery after the amputation of two fingers with the help of Dr. Peter Waters.

Mobility of the hips can open golfers up for a smoother swing.  Read more from Chris Gabriel, physical therapist at OC Sports Training Center.

After a misdiagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis worsened her Lyme disease, Meghan Bradshaw turned to OrthoCarolina to help repair and fully replace seven of her joints, giving her the lifestyle that she envisioned.

Charlotte is home to miles of beginner-friendly trails, group rides, instructional clinics, and events where you can gather with other riders.

Winter beautifully transforms North Carolina’s wild spaces into a playground for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy.

Here are a few engaging ways to get outside and stay active this winter.

Most sports-related foot injuries are preventable. Here are 5 simple tips to help protect your youth athletes from foot and ankle injuries.

If you're short on time or motivation, here's how committing to “snack-sized” workouts throughout the day can make a big difference.

On sunny days, riding a bike feels like a simple affair. But what about on rainy days or as temperatures drop? You can still ride your bike for fun, exercise or commuting even in less-than-stellar weather conditions. Here are a few tips to get you started!

Exercise science has advanced over the decades, and folks over 50 will find improved results—and a more enjoyable process—by taking advantage of some of the newer trends in fitness. To help you separate the useful information from marketing gimmicks, here are five fitness trends worth following when you’re over 50.

Paddling in North Carolina isn't all about whitewater or coastal kayaking. Here's how to explore the many spots for paddling around Winston-Salem.

Don't let the heat keep you from hitting the trails, these hikes will help keep you cool even when the sun is beating down.

Charlotte's growing greenway network, lakes and rivers, and mountain peaks offer unique outdoor adventures for families.

On Winston-Salem's 23 miles of trails, you can walk, run, or bike from downtown or Innovation Quarter to the shores of Salem Lake.

Charlotte is home to several outdoor strength training circuits, also known as parcourse or fitness trails. These stations provide a fun way to add a strength-training element to any walk, without gear.

No matter what kind of outdoor adventure you're looking for, these 8 North Carolina state parks deserve a spot on everyone’s bucket list.

OrthoCarolina is proud to introduce the Paddle, Bike, Run series in partnership with Catawba Riverkeeper. This April - October, join Catawba Riverkeeper at The Boathouse in McAdenville, NC, for rotating outdoor sports.