Posts Tagged: weight loss

Manage Knee Osteoarthritis: Study on Nonsurgical Solutions

The experience of knee osteoarthritis is extremely common for active individuals. It is especially common in those that have suffered previous injuries, those with extra weight, and those that are older in age. There seem to be several precursors to developing this debilitating and degenerative disease, but there are also ways to manage knee osteoarthritis. According to the… Read more »

How Body Weight Affects Your Knee Pain

Knee pain can occur in anyone for a number of reasons. It is a vulnerable joint because of the many ligaments and tendons that work together to allow for full mobility. While anyone may be at risk for knee pain, it is much more likely to occur in people who are overweight. When you are… Read more »

Cost Effectiveness of Weight Loss Surgery Prior to Total Knee Replacement In Morbidly Obese Patients

With changes in healthcare, one new policy will be in effect in upcoming years that affects doctors and patients alike. A new policy will rate physicians based on their patient’s post surgery complications. This means that doctors will be treating patients’ current issues, and other contributing factors to receive a positive outcome.  We know from… Read more »

How to Calculate Your Basal Metabolic Rate and Calorie Requirements

Are you interested in losing a few pounds, or learning more about what your daily caloric intake needs to be to maintain your current weight? Learn how to calculate your basal metabolic rate and then use the Harris Benedict formula listed below to figure out how many calories you need based on exercise. To lose a… Read more »

Weight Loss Program with Orthopaedic Specialists

Orthopaedic Specialists is offering a wonderful new program to help you lose weight, increase your energy, and get healthier. To learn more about our new weight loss program and ask questions, please consider attending an information session hosted by Dr. Stacie Grossfeld. (You’ll also be treated to free samples, healthy and delicious recipes, convenient grocery shopping lists, and more!)… Read more »

Does Weight Loss Reduce Joint Stress?

According to the latest medical research, you can reduce joint stress on your body by living a healthy lifestyle along with appropriate weight loss. Reduce Joint Stress By Shedding Pounds “A new study shows that for each pound of body weight loss, there is a 4 pound reduction in joint stress among overweight and obese people with… Read more »

Lose Weight Now with Orthopaedic Specialists

Orthopaedic Specialists is introducing new programs to help you lose weight and get healthier. Learn more about our weight loss program by attending a helpful information session hosted by Dr. Stacie Grossfeld. (You will also enjoy free samples, recipes, grocery shopping lists, and more!)