by Carrie MacMillan, Yale University Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain If you’re an athlete prone to overuse injuries or if you have a chronic condition like arthritis, chances are you’ve had a cortisone injection—or at least discussed the treatment with your medical provider. Cortisone injections are most commonly delivered to joints, including those in the hip,...
by Elizabeth Kendall, Connie Allen, Kelsey Chapman and Maretta Mann, The Conversation Credit: Unsplash, CC BY “Chronic conditions” and “disability” are not just words. They can determine the funding and supports we can access, how we’re treated and how we feel about ourselves. For population data purposes, disability is defined as a limitation or impairment lasting at least six...
(HealthDay)—Every now and then you might not feel well enough to exercise and decide to skip a workout. But if you have a cold that could last a full week, you probably won’t want to find yourself facing a fitness setback once you’ve recovered. Here’s how to stay in the game. The general guideline is...
