Blogs & News
Injuries in Youth Baseball: An Orthopedic Surgeon’s Recommendations
When your child falls in love with a sport, it can be difficult to step up to the plate and interfere. But sometimes as a parent, you have to play hardball.
Read MoreWalking vs. Running: The Benefits of Each & Which Is Right for You
Should you walk or run to get your miles in? Find out which option might be best for your individual health and wellness goals.
Read MoreHow to Treat & Prevent Common Basketball Injuries
Basketball requires an athlete to run, jump and cut aggressively and consistently throughout gameplay. The quick change-of-direction movements and repetitive jumping pose a unique challenge on our lower extremities.
Overtraining: How to Know When You Need to Take a Day Off
What is overtraining and how do you know if you need to take a day off? Find out the suggested frequency for rest days and how best to weave them into your normal workout routine.
What Is Bone & What Does It Do?
Although bones look static when preserved in a museum or modeled in a classroom, bone in your body is just as alive as your lungs, liver, or kidneys.
Read More7 Simple Habits for Highly Healthy Holidays
The holiday season is upon us. It’s the time of the year to enjoy celebrating and spending time with family and friends; however, for many, it’s also the time of the year that disrupts schedules and interrupts progress with health goals.
Read MoreOrthoCarolina Among the 2021 Healthiest Workplaces in America
OrthoCarolina is proud to have been recognized as a 2021 Healthiest Employer for our commitment to investing in our team members' health & well-being.
Read MoreOrthoCarolina & Isabella Santos Foundation: Partners in Cultivating Community
With every day and every dollar raised, the Isabella Santos Foundation helps provide accessible, quality healthcare to families throughout the Charlotte region who are fighting pediatric cancer.
Read MoreTwo New Physicians Join the OrthoCarolina Team
OrthoCarolina is proud to welcome physiatrist Vikram Arora, DO, & sports medicine surgeon Edward Walker, MD, to our team. Dr. Arora sees patients at OrthoCarolina Winston-Salem, while Dr. Walker practices at OrthoCarolina Lincolnton.
Read More30 Things You Didn’t Know About Physician Assistants (PAs)
Ever wonder what Physician Assistants do? Here are 30 things you didn’t know about PAs.
Read MoreHow to Ride Your Bike Safely in All Kinds of Weather
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!
Read More5 Fitness Trends Worth Following When You’re Over 50
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.
Read More14 Tips to Reverse Aging & Improve Your Biological Age
Your biological age defines how your body is functioning relative to your calendar age. These training, nutritional and lifestyle changes can help rewind the clock.
The Carolina Panthers and our Team Physicians: Partners on and off the field
As we head into gameday weekend, please join us in congratulating OrthoCarolina’s Dr. Pat Connor & Dr. Durham Weeks.
Read MoreOrthoCarolina Welcomes Two New Hip & Knee Surgeons
OrthoCarolina is proud to welcome Gregory Kurkis, MD, and Matthew Robinson, MD, to our team. Both Drs. Kurkis and Robinson are fellowship-trained hip & knee surgeons.
Read MorePaddling Around Winston-Salem: An Insider's Guide to Getting on the Water This Summer
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.
Read MoreAnatomy Language | How Body Parts Are Named
Anatomy terminology is a highly detailed language to name all the parts of our bodies -- every bone, ligament and muscle. It’s like medical professionals speak one language at work and an entirely different one at home.
What Is Tommy John Surgery?
Notorious in baseball players, Tommy John injuries, or Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) injuries, can cause significant pain, decreased strength and mobility loss. There are two surgical options available for athletes who suffer from a Tommy John ligament injury.
Read More9 Best Swimming Hole Hikes in the Carolinas
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.
Read MoreWhat Happens When You Ride Your Bike?
We all know riding your bike is good for you, but have you ever thought about what happens to your body during a ride?
Read MoreCharlotte Magazine Names 38 OrthoCarolina Physicians in 2021 Top Doctors List
Please join us in congratulating each of the 38 OrthoCarolina physicians recognized as 2021 Charlotte magazine Top Doctors.
Read MoreIce vs. Heat | Dr. Bryan Jennings, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist
Keeping You Healthy with Carole Andrews at ABC45 in Winston-Salem.
Each month Keeping You Healthy, brought to you by OrthoCarolina, gives you tips to improve your health, from choosing the correct athletic shoes to caring for joint pain. Watch our videos and check back monthly for new health tips!
Read MoreHow to Avoid 'Tech Neck' | Dr. Adam Wegner, OrthoCarolina Spine Specialist
Keeping You Healthy with ABC45 Winston-Salem
Each month Keeping You Healthy, brought to you by OrthoCarolina, gives you tips to improve your health, from choosing the correct athletic shoes to caring for joint pain. Watch our videos and check back monthly for new health tips!
Read MoreThe Best Outdoor Activities to Do in Charlotte with the Whole Family
Charlotte's growing greenway network, lakes and rivers, and mountain peaks offer unique outdoor adventures for families.
Read MoreOrthoCarolina Named 2021 #1 Healthiest Employer in Charlotte
OrthoCarolina has been recognized as the 2021 #1 Healthiest Employer in Charlotte with 1,500-4,999 employees by the Charlotte Business Journal.
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