Benefits of Adding Yoga
Here is yet another reason to practice yoga. So I admit that I personally am not a huge fan of yoga. While I appreciate the concentration involved in practicing yoga and the balance training, as well as core strengthening that you gain, I never feel like I get the workout that I need from a […]
Health & Exercise Trends
Gretchen Reynolds from the New York Times writes excellent articles about exercise and health. In this recap of 2015 she reviews several articles associating exercise with better brain function, especially as we age. The one study that stood out, however, was looking at twins. The study found that the twin with stronger leg muscles had […]
Using Soft Rollers
I contributed to this article in the LA Times: It doesn’t have to hurt: How to use soft rollers and balls to gently melt away aches and pains – LA Times Sue Hitzmann developed the MELT Method of balls and soft rollers to massage muscles and alleviate pain. Source: www.latimes.com/health/la-he-melt-20151121-story.html
Get Out & Exercise
This is for everyone who needed one last reason to go out and exercise. A recent study in the published in Neurocase showed that one of the most successful nonagenarian track-and-field athletes in history had in essence a better looking brain. The brain scan showed that the white matter where the different parts of the […]
Decorating Safely
Not done decorating? Here are some safety tips. Holiday Decorating Safety Tips – HSS Playbook Getting festive for the holidays? Before you begin to decorate, consider these safety tips from Physical Therapist Lauren Piljic. Source: www.hss.edu/playbook/holiday-decorating-safety-tips/
Do You Need Surgery?
This is a good article from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons you should read. AAOS Online Newsroom | Hands off! Surgery is often not required for these common conditions AAOS Online Newsroom official site for press releases, photos, video, audio, pr contact information, presskits and more. Source: newsroom.aaos.org/media-resources/Press-releases/hands-off-surgery-is-often-not-required-for-these-common-conditions.htm
Your Diet and Preparing for Surgery
This article has some good information about your diet and preparing for surgery.
Thanksgiving Skiing
Enjoying a post-Thanksgiving family cross country adventure. Watch my video on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Dr.Strickland/videos/1064569696928374/?theater If you enjoy Nordic skiing, I highly recommend this spot. Devil’s Thumb Ranch – Colorado Resort and Spa Devil’s Thumb Ranch is a highly regarded and environmentally friendly year-round Ranch resort and spa offering rustically upscale accommodations, fine dining and an array […]