October 20, 2019 / ORI Blog / Orthopedics Rhode Island
VIDEO: Learn How to Fight Osteoporosis For World Osteoporosis Day
50% of osteoporosis-related repeat fractures can be prevented. That’s why Ortho Rhode Island’s Fracture Liaison Service provides comprehensive post-fracture evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment to help reduce the risk of future breaks.
Continue ReadingExercise / Amanda McKenna
Vibration Therapy: What is it?
The latest trend in the sports medicine and general fitness world appears to be massage guns. Maybe you have seen your favorite pro athlete use these on the sideline or you have seen it at the gym. We all know how good a massage feels and now this feeling is even easier to achieve. A massage gun is a hand-held device that looks like a power tool. The gadget is placed on the skin and uses battery power to apply a percussive or vibrating force. Many of the newer models even come with various attachments to better address your massage needs.
Continue ReadingSports / Kelly Teixeira
Football Facts!
Hopefully your child’s school has an athletic trainer who is taking care of the student athletes but many schools across the state do not. It is important for parents/guardians to advocate for student athlete safety. The following info graphic has important facts on how an athletic trainer can help athletes are your child’s school…
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