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January 30, 2024 / Health / Brittany Voccio

Three Small Changes that can have a Big Impact on Overall Health

My hope is that these tips can help you to see that making some small changes can give you big results. Start small, choose the one that you think is the most realistic for you to accomplish and start there!

January 24, 2024 / Health / Jared Sauve

Upper Crossed Syndrome

…can also provide ergonomic education of work stations to reduce musculoskeletal disorders often sustained from prolonged or awkward postures. Staying active, taking frequent posture breaks at work and implementing a strengthening and stretching program targeting core muscles can be highly effective in keeping our bodies in balance and pain free.

January 17, 2024 / Hand/Wrist / Ashley ORourke

Could my wrist pain be DeQuervain’s?

De Quervain’s tenosynovitis is swelling of the tendons that run along the side of the wrist and attach to the base of the thumb. The role of these tendons is…

January 11, 2024 / Back Pain / Peter Pizzarello

IS IT MY HIP OR IS IT MY BACK?

Pain in and around the hip area is an extremely common reason to see an orthopedic surgeon. In my practice, I see many patients who seek help with pain at their hip. It seems logical that pain around the hip is coming from the hip,

But I say, NOT SO FAST…

January 4, 2024 / Exercise / Mercedes Godin

New Year, New Fad: The Cold Plunge

The Cold plunge, also known as the Polar Bear Plunge, is a popular tradition that many people participate in to ring in the New Year. They do this by submerging into a body of cold water only before racing out to warmth under a blanket and a cup of hot cocoa. This New Year’s Day tradition has many proven benefits and has become something that more individuals are incorporating into their fitness routines. While there are….

December 27, 2023 / Health / John Arruda

New Year’s Resolutions

It is almost New Year’s Eve and that means it is time to decide on a New Year’s Resolution! Making lifestyle changes can be difficult, but they can be simplified and personalized to you. The important part is making an effort to improve oneself, even if it’s a minor goal.

December 19, 2023 / Health / Jamie Kogut

Staying Healthy Through the Holidays

As the year is coming to an end and the holiday season is quickly approaching, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the hustle of it all. As a company, we are busy as ever and our duties as healthcare providers never slow down, however it’s equally important to enjoy this season prioritize health and wellbeing in our personal lives. Here are a few helpful reminders to help make the best of this season!

December 14, 2023 / Health / Kelly Murphy

Winter INJURIES???

As the weather gets colder and the snow starts falling, we start to see an increase in orthopedic injuries. There have been reports of about 1 million U.S. adults injured due to slips and falls every year, with significant increase as temperature declines. Living in New England, we not only experience snow but ice, sleet, and the lovely slush. This causes wet pavement, slippery…

Ankle & Foot / Thomas Cao

What to Wear on Your Feet in the Winter?

New England winters can bring lots of beautiful snow. That also means freezing temperatures, wet conditions, and icy walkways. It is important to have proper gear in order to help you enjoy the winter and to avoid injuries. The keys are: staying warm and dry, picking shoes that fit, and choosing function over style.

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