Surgery Consultation / Ortho Rhode Island
What Is Wrist Reconstruction Surgery?
Wrist reconstruction surgery is often used to correct deformities that are caused by arthritis. Wrist reconstruction surgery is sometimes required after a traumatic injury, or to correct an abnormality –such as one that’s caused by rheumatoid arthritis. An estimated seven out of ten people with rheumatoid arthritis develop problems with their joints, bones, and other […]
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Back Pain / Ortho Rhode Island
How to Stay Active with Back Pain
Staying active can help to relieve certain types of back pain. Back pain can be frustrating and debilitating, and is something that affects both young and old alike. Whether you are recovering from surgery or experiencing back pain, your natural response may be to rest. But while rest is recommended in some cases, it isn’t […]
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Uncategorized / Ken Furcolo
Nutrition and Hydration for the Long Run and Endurance Events
Long runs and endurance events warrant special consideration with both nutrition and hydration. Hydration and nutrition are an important part of optimum performance with exercise but especially as the weather gets warmer and with exercise that lasts more than 60 minutes. …… With these basic recommendations, proper training techniques and acclimatization to warm weather exercising in the heat for healthy individuals can be safe and rewarding.
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