Sprains

Sprains

What is a sprain? A sprain is an injury that causes a stretching or a partial tear in a ligament.  Ligaments are strong bands of tissue that connect bones at a joint. Sprains may be classified as acute, recurrent, or chronic. Sprains are also graded in severity. In a...
The Fountain of Youth: Human Growth Hormone (HGH)

The Fountain of Youth: Human Growth Hormone (HGH)

HGH promotes a number of biological functions most of which are associated with the vitality of youth. HGH is responsible for the rapid growth and high metabolic rate we experience as teenagers. As we age past our thirties, there is a significant decline in the body’s...
Ten Steps to Improve Your Fitness Health

Ten Steps to Improve Your Fitness Health

The following are 10 steps to improve your fitness health.  Even athletes who are incredibly fit may not be really healthy. They often tread a fine line between health and illness or injury. 1.) Your health will improve if you minimize the number of tablets that you...
Stride Right

Stride Right

As the weather becomes warmer, more and more runners flock to tracks and roadways, all for the purpose of getting in better shape.   Dr. Richard Braver, a sports podiatrist who has also been a runner since high school, says runners can put their best foot forward by...
Strains

Strains

What is a strain? A strain is a stretch or tear of a muscle or tendon. Tendons are strong bands of tissue that attach muscles to bones. People commonly call muscle strains “pulled muscles”. How does it occur? The usual cause of a muscle strain is forceful contraction...
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