Posts Categorized: Benefits of Physical Activity

Kentucky Orthopedic Explains Obesity, Arthritis and Knee Osteoarthritis as More than Just Wear and Tear

Posted by Orthopaedic Specialists & filed under Arthritis, Benefits of Physical Activity, Health and Nutrition, Osteoarthritis.

Why do obese people have a higher incidence of osteoarthritis compared to the non-obese population? The thought has been that the increased weight causes mechanical “wear and tear” on the articular cartilage, leading to arthritis. Research is now suggesting different reasons. An outstanding review article was published in the March, 2013 edition of the American… Read more »

Recess May Influence Kids’ Mental, Emotional, Physical and Social Well Being – Learn More from Louisville Sports Medicine Doctor

Posted by Orthopaedic Specialists & filed under Benefits of Physical Activity, Kids and Physical Activity.

Recess an important part of the school day, according to latest from Ohio State researchers. Ramstetter, Murray and Garner published in the Journal of School Health suggests that recess time has a role to play in kids mental, emotional, physical and social functioning. Important parts of effective recess time for kids includes playground equipment that is… Read more »