An anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is one of the most common injuries affecting the knee joint. The ACL is a key stabilizing ligament in the knee, and when it is torn, it can cause the knee to become unstable. If left untreated or if the problem is inadequately treated, it threatens mobility and can…
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Can Exercise Be Medicine?
Exercise is more than just a way to lose weight. It is considered an important component of recovery and, in some cases, also used either as an adjunctive treatment or as preventive therapy. These aspects qualify exercise as medicine. In this blog post, we will discuss the benefits of exercise – the specific reasons it…
Benefits of Seeing a Sports Medicine Physician
Whether you are a professional athlete, a fitness enthusiast, or a weekend warrior, working with a sports medicine physician is one of the best decisions you can make for both your health and fitness/performance goals. A sports medicine physician is an orthopedic doctor with advanced training and knowledge in the diagnoses, treatment, and prevention of…