Monthly Archives: December 2018

How Stretching Helps Injury Prevention

Posted by Orthopaedic Specialists & filed under Benefits of Physical Activity, Exercise, General Orthopedics, Health and Nutrition, Injury Prevention, Running Injuries, Shoulder Injury and Shoulder Surgery, Sports Medicine and Sports Injury.

injury prevention

Anyone who considers themselves an athlete is aware of the importance of stretching. There are numerous benefits to stretching and you should stretch before and after a workout to prevent injuries. Whether you are a runner, someone who loves lifting weights, or on a competitive sports league, you must stretch your muscles. While injury prevention… Read more »

Treating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Posted by Orthopaedic Specialists & filed under Hand, Wrist, Arm and Elbow Injuries, Injury Prevention, Orthopaedic Specialists, Overuse Injury.

The carpal tunnel is located in our wrist and contains a nerve as well as several tendons used to flex our fingers and thumb. When the tunnel’s nerve gets compressed or pinched, this is known as carpal tunnel syndrome. A constant ache, weakness in the hand or wrist, as well as numbness, tingling, swelling or… Read more »