It’s no secret that exercise helps to lubricate joints and reduce stiffness. Thirty minutes of walking, yoga, and/or light weights can contribute to improved mobility and less discomfort. If you want to add some variety to your fitness routine, the warming weather may inspire you to try a low-impact water-based workout. According to Carlos Julio […] Read More...
Gradually, businesses that closed or offered limited services during the pandemic are reopening their doors and/ relaxing restrictions. Phasic plans to allow people back into parks, stores, and other large spaces have been met with mixed reactions, however. If you do not feel ready to re-enter certain parts of society, be it due to joint […] Read More...
Now is the time to lift the kickstand and roll your bicycle out of the garage. May celebrates National Biking Month, and warming temperatures through late Spring allow for pleasant weather conditions to ride down a favorite rural or urban trail. It’s a fun activity to enjoy solo or with your family, at any age. […] Read More...
Bone health is a top concern through all stages of pregnancy. Women who observe proper diet and exercise before conception and after childbirth can help reduce the risk of deficiencies that lead to bone loss and related conditions. Pre-Partum Care The healthy habits you form while trying to conceive can help sustain you over the […] Read More...
As communities continue to practice self-isolation and restrictions related to the pandemic, it’s important to take time to focus on our individual health. We observe social distancing to help prevent the spread of illness, which in turn may have an effect on other conditions, including joint health. May is Arthritis Awareness Month, and even if […] Read More...
After more than a month spent primarily at home, we continue to adapt to changes in the way we eat, work, and exercise. For those living with arthritis and joint pain, staying at home with limited opportunities to go outside may have disrupted some methods used to relieve stiffness and aches. Changes can threaten patterns […] Read More...
As self-isolation extends for people in communities throughout the state, challenges to maintain good health may seem more difficult. Staying home for long periods of time forces us to adjust how we work, relax, and exercise. Not only must we take care of our mental health, but we cannot overlook measures to prevent illness and […] Read More...
The medication a person takes for arthritis and other conditions will depend upon the severity and regularity of their joint pain. It’s possible, too, that one may not need any. At Bon Secours Virginia Orthopaedic & Spine Specialists, we work with every patient to determine the proper care, be it a minimally-invasive procedure or physical […] Read More...
When circumstances prevent you from your regular exercise routine – be it your weekly gym visit or outdoor workout – it’s good to supplement your efforts with alternatives, provided they help. Movement aids in lubricating the joints and improving flexibility, and in turn plays an important role in your pain management. In a time like […] Read More...
The effects of COVID-19 are currently felt throughout many industries. Though state mandates have caused specific businesses to suspend operations, there is still work to be done. If your company has transitioned to a remote work model as a result, it means you must adapt in order to manage chronic joint pain and stiffness. Working […] Read More...
