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Published May 16, 2018 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
You aren't alone. Here's some insight on "texting thumb" – more commonly known as "gamer's thumb." In fact, "texting thumb" and "cell phone elbow are the two most frequently searched tech-related conditions in the U.S."Texting thumb might sound humor ...
Published April 17, 2018 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Check out these five tips from Sportsinjuries.org to keep your kids safe while returning to outdoor sports.The snow is melting, the birds are chirping, and everyone is growing tired of those 6am Sunday morning hockey practices. Sunny days spent at th ...
Published January 19, 2018 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
We can all improve balance thru daily practice – especially if we incorporate yoga, and these three poses, into our fitness routines. Tree pose, standing pose and warrior pose are each extremely effective postures to help you build, improve and maint ...
Published January 10, 2018 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Let’s take a look. Vitamin D, often known as the sunshine vitamin, plays an important role in our bone health and is mostly made by our body through its exposure to sunlight. This is somewhat unique because most of our vitamin D consumption comes fro ...
Published December 19, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Chronic pain has different definitions, depending on who you ask. Some say it is pain that lasts more than 3 months and some say it’s pain that lasts more than 12 months. A definition that does not put a timeline on chronic pain is pain that lasts lo ...
Published December 08, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Cold weather is here and it’s more important than ever to warm up thoroughly before getting into your workout. When it’s cold outside, your muscles lose heat and contract, which makes everything in your body a lot tighter. Your joints get stiff and t ...
Published November 28, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
While ankle injuries are common in sports, you don’t have to be an athlete to twist your ankle. The most common ankle injury is a sprain, but there are other injuries that can occur as well.The ankle is where three bones meet: the fibula, tibia and t ...
Published November 10, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Many people deal with worsening joint pain in cold weather, while what causes this is unclear. Try the following tips to decrease joint pain during the winter months.Exercise – Cold weather can make any of us more sedentary, which leads to joint pain ...
Published October 18, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Due to the structure of the hip, pain in this area can have many different causes. The location of the pain may give you some clues as to what is causing the discomfort in the hip. For example, if you’re having pain in the inside of your hip or in th ...
Published October 10, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Injuries to the fingertip are really very common and can happen almost anywhere – from using a hammer or saw to pinching your hand in a door or smashing it while moving something heavy. These everyday injuries can result in damage to part of the fing ...
Published September 12, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Cross-training is when an athlete participates in training activities that are different from those of their main sport. This well-rounded exercise regimen is important because it builds strength and flexibility in muscles that the athlete might not ...
Published August 16, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Do you have numbness, tingling and pain in your hands and arms? If so, you could have carpal tunnel syndrome.Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve (one of the major nerves in your hand) is squeezed or compressed as it travels through a ...
Published August 02, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Playing tennis is a great way to get outside and exercise for people of all ages. Like with any sport, however, there is a risk of injury when playing tennis. Shoulders, wrists and elbows are easy targets for injury from overuse.Tennis elbow is commo ...
Published July 27, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
If the spine wasn’t an important part of your body, there wouldn’t be a saying to express something of priority as “the backbone.” Keeping your backbone healthy is important to your overall health and wellness. Back pain is a common reason people com ...
Published July 12, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Stretching can introduce many benefits to your physical health. Not only does stretching increase flexibility, but stretching also reduces muscle tension and soreness, reduces the risk of injury to the tendons, joints and muscles, enhances body aware ...
Published July 07, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Looking for a low-impact exercise that’s good for your joints? Find your way to a local pool at the YMCA or community center.Swimming is a great option for exercise that’s easy on the joints. The buoyancy of the water supports body weight and reduces ...
Published June 26, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Did you know what you eat could help ease the pain of arthritis? While there is no magic diet that will cure arthritis, eating certain foods (and avoiding others) can help decrease inflammation, increase bone strength, boost the immune system and ben ...
Published June 14, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Busy work schedules don’t leave much time for hours of exercise during the week. This is why a lot of us end up being weekend warriors. We might squeeze a couple of short workouts in during the week, but we all know many of us save our more intensive ...
Published May 23, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
So why should you drink a glass of milk today? Because it promotes healthy bones! We want to help stop bone disease before it starts.Milk is a prime source of calcium, vitamin D and potassium. Calcium is important for building strong bones and vitami ...
Published May 03, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
May is National Osteoporosis Month, and we’re here to give you the inside scoop on osteoporosis.Osteoporosis is a condition where bones become less dense and are more likely to break or fracture. The word osteoporosis literally means “porous bones.”P ...
Published April 19, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Fibromyalgia is a disorder characterized by widespread pain in the muscles and soft tissue. Fatigue, sleep disturbances, memory and cognitive problems, and mood issues also accompany the musculoskeletal pain. Researchers believe fibromyalgia is cause ...
Published March 21, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Running is a great way to maintain your overall health. It is a full-body workout that gets you into shape and reduces stress. However, like any other type of exercise, risk of injury comes with running. So before you start your running routine, make ...
Published March 06, 2017 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
Scoliosis is a musculoskeletal disorder characterized by the sideways curvature of the spine. The two most common types of scoliosis are degenerative scoliosis and idiopathic scoliosis. Degenerative scoliosis is most common in adults and result ...
Published December 15, 2016 by Dr. Jason Scopp
Sports-related injuries happen both on and off the field. In fact, they sometimes happen when you least expect it. Today, we continue to see a wide variety of injuries affecting our patient’s joints and bones. Some are minor and can be managed throug ...
Published December 14, 2016 by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates
From sprains and strains to dislocations and fractures, winter can be a bit tough on our bodies, especially our bones and joints. However, at POA we know many of these injuries can be prevented when you properly prepare for sports and activities by w ...
