What is Arthritis? Arthritis refers to a joint in the body being inflamed. The normal joint has cartilage-capped bones that articulate, or move in relation to each other. The cartilage plus the synovial fluid, which lubricates the joint, allows the joint surfaces to move past each other without friction. The cartilage surfaces can wear thin or wear completely through to the underlying bones. This causes irregular surfaces that rub against each other, causing pain, inflammation, swelling and … [Read more...] about Treating Hand Arthritis
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Preventing Ski and Snowboarding Injuries
Ski and snowboard season is quickly approaching the slopes of Snowbowl. Those unfamiliar with alpine slope activities may be hesitant to try because of the perception that these sports are dangerous. In fact, general ski injuries have been reduced by 50 percent over the past fifteen years. The most commonly injured joint is the knee, which accounts for 45 percent of all injuries. Beginners and people who tackle high-risk terrain (i.e. out of bounds areas, obstacles, jumps) are more likely to … [Read more...] about Preventing Ski and Snowboarding Injuries
