When you’ve got nagging, persistent knee pain, it’s common for doctors to recommend a cortisone shot. Cortisone shots, also known as corticosteroid injections, or “steroid shots”, work by reducing inflammation in your knee joint in an effort to alleviate pain. Sounds pretty straightforward, right? Well… not so fast. Assuming your knee pain is truly due to inflammation,Read More…
I work with a lot of clients in their 50’s and beyond. Staying active and mobile is a big priority for them as they age. An injury can significantly derail this plan, especially as we age, since recovery just isn’t as easy. Here are five of my top tips when speaking to folks over the age ofRead More…
Have you gotten into the pickleball craze yet? Have you even heard of it? Pickleball is quickly becoming one of the most popular recreational sports in the US, especially in the over 50 crowd. It’s essentially a cross between tennis, racket ball, and ping pong. The court is smaller than in tennis and the netRead More…
We see many clients in our office after “failed” cortisone shots. Just the other day – a woman came in frustrated because she had a cortisone shot to her shoulder – which did nothing – and the next step suggested for her was surgery – something she did NOT want. When you’ve got joint painRead More…
The cold weather is here and winter is on its way… do you dread this time of year because you just know your arthritis is going to act up? If so – you’re not alone. There’s a very good reason arthritis sufferers love to fly south when the cold weather sets in. But why does this happen?Read More…
The importance of being healthy and fit has taken center stage these last 18 months – but especially for the over 50 crowd. Most people aged 50+ who want to get and stay fit struggle… because what might work for someone in their 20’s or 30’s just doesn’t make sense for them in their 50’s. As you age, bothRead More…
We’re continuing with our topic of the month – Getting Fit After 50 – and people have been asking me… Are there certain types of exercise I should avoid once I hit a certain age? The short answer is no. Most of our clients are over the age of 50 and they do everything from surfing, playingRead More…
Our focus for this month is all about Getting fit after 50 – and what it takes to get you there. When I ask people about what’s currently stopping them – one of the most common answers I hear is PAIN. Back pain, knee pain, neck and shoulder pain, hip pain… I hear it all. ButRead More…
A good amount of folks in our community are aged 50+ and staying as active as possible as they age is a BIG priority for them. As we get older, our bodies do need more care and maintenance… to not only age well but avoid injury too! I get asked often from clients… What should they keep doing – start doingRead More…
When I’m working with clients, one of the most common things I see when someone is having trouble engaging their core is that they tend to hold their breath. Why is this important? Because breathing properly allows you to activate your deep core – and good activation of your deep core is essential if youRead More…
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