Think about this: Back pain is the number one cause of disability worldwide in people 25 to 64 years of age, and the United States is no different. A staggering 88 Billion of federal healthcare dollars are spent annually to diagnose and provide care for...
It is difficult to watch the evening news, read the paper, or flip through social media without seeing at least a reference to the opioid abuse crisis in America. Despite the media reminders, it is easy to ignore the realities of opioid abuse and the...
By Dr. Lisa Piropato What is the optimal way to run? What does the perfect form look like? For runners, there are a few factors to consider before these questions can be answered. A runner needs to consider speed and performance, efficiency, and injury potential. These...
By Todd Rech It is the time of year to pull out your golf clubs and start preparing for the upcoming season. Will this be the year that you make the elusive hole-in-one, or break 90, or win the club tournament? Whatever your goals are for the upcoming...
What is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome? Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) refers to a collection of conditions that result in nerve or blood vessel stress in the neck, shoulder and arm. Symptoms commonly include arm or hand numbness, coldness, tingling, or discoloration. You may be referred to physical...
It’s no secret to those who know me that I am a huge Michigan fan, having been born and raised in The Great State of Michigan. “Those Who Stay Will Be Champions” is a motto instilled by legendary coach Bo Schembechler when he became Michigan’s...
Its early December, and while still basking in the glow of Thanksgiving turkey, taters, gravy, and pumpkin pies, I am staring straight up the mountain of Holiday cookies, goodies, parties, and prolonged bouts of watching movies and football games. What’s a person to do? If...
If you’re ready to hit the green in Central Indiana make sure you check out these courses for a fun and challenging round. Prairie View Golf Club This course is located on 206 acres in Hamilton County. The 18-hole course is surrounded by natural beauty, which provides...
You’re already running late, clearly no time for breakfast at home. You plan to get oatmeal with your coffee in the drive thru, but how can you resist that maple bacon donut? You’ve crashed by mid-morning and gobble down your afternoon snack. Its 4pm and...
April Showers Bring May Flowers… April showers bring May flowers, but all too often pain as well. Now, I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but this is the time of year that we begin to see many folks who have been inspired by...
