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As an athlete, one of the last things I expected was to develop arthritis. However, I did. To me, arthritis meant I had to slow down, get a cane, and keep my legs elevated at all times. My doctor helped me to understand that I could continue living my life with some simple modifications to my daily routine. I did not have to give up sports. I created this blog to help other athletes who have been newly diagnosed with arthritis. With proper nutrition and the right lifestyle changes, you do not have to give up the sports you love.

Tips and Tricks for Breaking Through a Weight Loss Plateau

23 September 2020
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

Anyone who has lost a significant amount of weight has experienced the struggle of a weight loss plateau. After losing a few pounds per week, suddenly your weight loss grows to a standstill even though you have been sticking with your exercise and diet routine. So how do you break through a plateau and resume losing weight? Here are a few tips and tricks to try. 1. Change up the macronutrient ratio in your diet. Read More …

What to Expect from Physical Therapy after a Car Accident

21 August 2020
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

If you were injured in a car accident, you may have a long road to recovery ahead of you if your injuries were severe. However, do not despair. The treatments you will receive, including physical therapy, will help speed up and improve the recovery process. If you have never had physical therapy before, you may be wondering what you can expect from the process after you have been in a car accident. Read More …

Do You Have Lung Cancer? 3 Types Of Treatment Available

15 October 2019
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

Lung cancer can be debilitating, and will eventually cause death if you do not get any type of treatment. This is especially true if you have cancer in both of your lungs. Fortunately, there are may treatment options you have available, three of which are listed below.   Chemotherapy If you are at a late stage in your cancer the doctor will likely suggest that you do chemotherapy. How long you have to have this therapy depends on how bad your cancer is. Read More …

How A Walk-In Clinic Treats Your UTI And What You Can Do To Relieve Symptoms

20 July 2019
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

When you feel the urge to urinate frequently, but urination is painful and you aren't passing much urine whenever you go to the bathroom, you may have a urinary tract infection (UTI.) UTIs are common, especially in women, and they're treated most effectively using antibiotics. If your primary care physician can't get you into the office soon enough, it's best to go to a walk-in clinic. UTIs, while painful, are not life-threatening by themselves— an emergency room visit is typically not required. Read More …

When To Get Tested For An STD: What Everyone Should Know

29 May 2019
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

There's nothing wrong with having a healthy sex life -- but it's important to recognize the fact that sexually transmitted diseases (STD) can happen to anyone who is sexually active. It's also possible to transmit -- or acquire -- a sexually transmitted disease without realizing it. If you're a sexually active adult, here are some important facts you should know: An STD Can Happen At Any Age STDs are actually on the rise in people of all ages -- a fact that often takes older people by surprise. Read More …

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Tips for Athletes With Arthritis

As an athlete, one of the last things I expected was to develop arthritis. However, I did. To me, arthritis meant I had to slow down, get a cane, and keep my legs elevated at all times. My doctor helped me to understand that I could continue living my life with some simple modifications to my daily routine. I did not have to give up sports. I created this blog to help other athletes who have been newly diagnosed with arthritis. With proper nutrition and the right lifestyle changes, you do not have to give up the sports you love.

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