Some New York City schools found that the installation of large water dispensers in their elementary and middle schools was linked to a decrease in student BMI, according to new findings. Researchers assumed that adding a healthier option to school hallways and lunchrooms might help reduce student BMIs, so they put their hypothesis to the […]
Should You Pop a Blister on Your Feet?
If you’re ever gone for a run in a new pair of shoes or danced the night away in an uncomfortable set of loafers, you’ve probably woken up the next day with a blister or two on your feet. Usually these formations are small and almost unnoticeable, but if you were really rough on your […]
Why Are My Feet Cold?
A few patients have mentioned that they’ve been dealing with intermittent periods of cold feet during the winter months. They aren’t talking about the type of cold feet Julia Roberts gets in Runaway Bride – instead, they are dealing with a physical symptom that leaves their feet cold to the touch. Other than the drop in […]
The Best Way to Treat Youth Overuse Injuries
Overuse injuries are very common among young athletes for a number of reasons. Kids and teens are still growing into their adult bodies, meaning muscles and tendons aren’t yet at full strength, and the pressure to excel means more kids are focusing on one sport and practicing year round, stressing the same muscle groups over […]
Hockey Concussion Rates Similar To Other Contact Sports
Many people assume that checking, the ice and the boards make hockey a dangerous sport for head injuries, but a new study suggests that hockey isn’t any more dangerous than other contact sports. In an effort to determine the rates of head injuries in youth hockey, researchers examined data on nearly 400 young hockey players […]
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