Articles of Interest Sports Medicine Tennis Injury Prevention by Dr. Tim Morgan Preventing Traumatic Lower Extremity Injuries Preventing Overuse Injuries Functional Training for a Stronger Athlete Download Article Staying Cool in the Summer Heat; A Guide to Safe Summer Exercise  Download Heat Index Charts by Dr. Tim Morgan The hot, sun-filled days of summer entice many people out of hibernation and into a summer exercise program. There is little debate that the increased activity level that the warm weather brings greatly benefits most exercisers. However, when to exercise, and more specifically, when not to exercise is a more difficult question. This article and accompanying charts will help you make safe, summer time exercise decisions. Selecting the Best Athletic Shoe by Z. Altug A thousand-mile journey and many sporting activities begin with the first step. Here is a list to help you and your clients make that first step by selecting proper shoes for optimal comfort and performance during daily activities, work, workouts and sports. Advantage — Your Bones! by Dr. Tim Morgan The key to a successful exercise routine is finding one that is fun, maintains your interest and promotes good health. In addition to the enjoyment, competition and camaraderie that tennis affords to all ages and abilities, research has shown that racquet sports are effective in both increasing and maintaining bone mineral density. Nutrition Evolution of Nutrition by Dr. Tim Morgan It is said that wisdom is gained through time and experience. And so it is that time and the human experience is directing us to revise our fundamental view of sound nutritional and lifestyle habits. Mounting scientific evidence is calling for a radical restructuring of our antiquated dietary models. This article attempts to shed light on these latest recommendations, helping you to better understand the continuum that exists between nutritional and lifestyle choices. Doctor, What Do You Think Of... by Dr. Tim Morgan Determining which dietary and lifestyle changes may be appropriate for you and your family can be a daunting challenge. Complicated by the shear volume of educational and promotional information fed to us through various media channels, the process can become downright confusing. The goal of this article is to lend perspective to the role that natural therapies can play within this process, allowing you to safely and confidently address your health and wellness concerns. Health and Wellness Snow Removal Safety by Dr. Tim Morgan Game Boy Posture by Dr. Tim Morgan If you have young children, the title of this article was not lost on you. This editorial alludes to one father’s experience with his daughter’s electronic crime fighting in order to illustrate the importance of establishing and encouraging proper postural habits early in life. What’s in Your Child’s Backpack? What you don’t know may hurt them by Dr. Tim Morgan The increasing contents and weight of children’s backpacks can be potentially placing a detrimental burden on their spine. Life-long postural habits start at a young age, and your children need your help. This article addresses these concerns and references published backpack recommendations by both the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) and the American Association of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS). |