Ice packs and heating pads are among the most commonly used treatments in orthopedics. So which one is the right one to use for your injury, ice or heat? And how long should the ice or heat treatments last? Read on for information about treatment of…
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Dehydration in athletes can lead to fatigue, headaches, decreased coordination, and muscle cramping. Other heat-related illnesses, such as heat exhaustion and heatstroke, have even more serious consequences. It’s important for athletes to pay…
Sprains and strains are two different injuries resulting in the same feeling – pain. So, recognizing the symptoms and understanding the difference between both can help you determine the best approach for treatment. A sprain is an injury to a…
We understand that a sports injury is frustrating and challenging to overcome. One of the main goals of the sports medicine doctors at Black Hills Orthopedic & Spine Center is to get you back into the game as soon as possible. With the right…
As the leading cause of disability in people older than fifty-five years, arthritis affects one in five adults in the United States. However, remembering the following tips could help to reduce arthritis pain. Taking a positive approach to arthritis…
Did you know that heat is one of the leading causes of weather-related deaths and illnesses? It’s time to protect yourself! The doctors at Black Hills Orthopedic & Spine Center put together the following tips to help you and your loved…
The talus is one of the important bones that makes up the ankle joint. Over half of the talus is covered with cartilage. It serves as an important link between the leg and the foot. The talus moves not only at the ankle joint, but also below the…
Soccer is one of the most popular sports in the world and the fastest-growing team sport in the United States. Soccer provides an enjoyable form of aerobic exercise and helps develop balance, agility, coordination, and a sense of teamwork. Soccer…
Swimming is the most popular summer activity, and the best thing you can do to help your family stay safe is to enroll in age-appropriate swim lessons. Swimming is something that people of all ages enjoy, even if it’s just putting your feet in…
School is out, and summer is here! Children are full of energy and should not sitting in front of the television all day. Summertime weather offers so many different ways to stay active. Here are some little ideas to keep your kids’ minds and…