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Here’s a thought that might surprise you: Waiting years to return to an activity you love – hiking, biking, running, or skiing - after joint replacement surgery isn’t a badge of honor—it’s often unnecessary. While some believe a long wait is ‘playing it safe,’ it might signal missed opportunities for proper recovery and training. With a science-backed program, most individuals can safely return to sports activities as early as six months to a year, depending on the activity and experience of the athlete. Don’t let outdated assumptions keep you from reclaiming the sport you love! #ActiveAging #FunctionalStrength #MobilityMatters #PostSurgerySuccess #FitnessJourney #StrengthAndConditioning

How to Avoid Tearing Your ACL While Skiing 🎥 In this Sports Medicine Minute, Dr. Bill Sterett from Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery shares 3 essential tips: 1️⃣ Take breaks: Skiing more than 3 hours without rest significantly increases your risk of ACL tears. 2️⃣ Know your limits: Ski at or below your ability level—most injuries happen when tackling terrain beyond your skills. 3️⃣ Stay hydrated: Dehydration at high altitudes affects your focus and increases injury risk. https://buff.ly/4hjD0XG #SkiSafe #ACLInjuryPrevention #SportsMedicine #VSON #DrSterett

Tip of the Week! Thankfully, we don't get consistent cold weather here in Florida! But this is the time of year we may travel or vacation to areas that do - especially for skiing and other winter activities. So here are some tips that can help minimize the winter sensitivity some can experience in those cold temps. #TipOfTheWeek #WinterSensitivity #ToothSensitivity #ColdWeather #BeachsideFamilyDentistry #Teeth #Dentist #Indialantic #BrevardCounty

Why Your Quadratus Lumborum Is Key to a Healthy Back Your quadratus lumborum (QL) is a deeply important muscle in your core anatomy. It connects the pelvis to the spine and lower ribs, making it essential for maintaining stability in the lower back and pelvis. This muscle is involved in every step you take, helping support balance and alignment while protecting the spine during movement. A strong and healthy QL is vital for reducing stress on the lower back and minimizing pain or injury risks in the surrounding areas, including the hips and pelvis. This muscle also plays a significant role in improving posture and mobility, particularly for activities that require lateral motion, such as skiing, tennis, or dancing. Understanding the function of the QL can help you maintain overall core health and improve your body's resilience in daily life. #quadratuslumborum #lowerbackhealth #coreanatomy #mobility

Pets often form deep emotional bonds with their owners, providing companionship, love, and comfort. These bonds can be as strong as those with human family members. They are often seen as providers of unconditional love and loyalty, which can be a source of immense joy and emotional support. The loss of a pet can trigger a grieving process similar to losing a human loved one. Mourning a pet helps individuals process their emotions and honor the bond they shared. The experience of caring for a pet can lead to personal growth, teaching responsibility, empathy, and the value of life. The loss of a pet can be a profound moment in a person's life, leading to reflection and remembrance. Overall, the deep emotional connection, the role pets play in daily life, and the positive impact they have on mental and emotional health contribute to why people value and remember their pets even after they die. 😎

Diving into a bit of Nicolaas Du Preez's history! Nicolaas shares some of his past involving his fitness journey and what led him to do what he does today! #localfitness #fitnessglobal #omniafitnessza #primalstrength #gymequipment #primal #strengthinusall #weightlifiting #bodybuilding #fitnessequipment #nicolaasdupreez

So thrilled and gratified I am feeling as I upload yet another video of my series, ,"Clinicals of Upper Limb", Skier's Thumb, or Gamekeeper's Thumb. It is a hyperabduction injury of the ulnar collateral ligament of metacarpophalangeal joint of thumb. The ligament gets torn. It can be due to a fall on the outstretched hand; it is usually seen when one falls during skiing. Stener lesion detail is discussed. The thumb instability test is discussed with a unique image. The clinical assessment, symptoms, Grades of thumb sprains (Hintermann Classification), Differential Diagnosis, Complications and outcome measures are elaborated. The diagnostic procedures are discussed in detail. In the end, various treatment options are discussed. Please #Subscribe to my channel. #skiersthumb #gamekeepersthumb #clinicalanatomy #upperlimb #handanatomy #physio #ortho #med #doctors #hyperabductioninjury #ucl #stenertest #skiing #outstrechedhand #thuminstabilitytest #clinicalassessment #symptoms #hintermannclassification #dd #complications #outcome #like #comment #drsaqib #learninganatomy #subscribe https://lnkd.in/dk38JFPS

Unpopular list of top 10 things to avoid to prevent your early demise: 1. Truly elective surgeries 2. Pulling off on the side of a highway 3. Swimming in a lake without a life jacket, especially in close proximity to a dock/boathouse that has electrical current 4. Taking walks on a residential street at dawn/dusk 5. Not reading your pill bottles from the pharmacy 6. Riding a motorcycle 7. Failing to read the user’s guide on any product that is ignitable 8. Riding parallel to an 18-wheeler for extended period of time. 9. Doing anything at speed without a helmet (Snow skiing, skateboarding, etc.) 10. Not checking smoke alarm batteries PI attorneys, what did I miss?

🦵💡 Knee pain? Take the right steps! Ignoring knee pain can be risky. Instead of walking excessively, try cycling, swimming, or light exercises for your knees. Keep your knees healthy for the long run and avoid surgery. 🙌 👉 Love your knees, don’t overload them! ❤ 📌 Adopt the right habits for a healthier life. #KneePain #HealthyLife #FitnessTips #StayHealthy #KneeExercises #Cycling #Swimming #FitnessMantra #Healthcare #ReelItFeelIt #InstagramViral #ViralVideo

How did I get so lucky to work in this industry? 💙 Lindsey Vonn just shared that she had her knee replaced and it has put skiing back in her life! There are people just like her all over the world that get their lives back everyday. I love being a small part in that process. Now the big question is… did she get a robotic knee done??? 😏 Was it a smart knee? I would love to know! #medicaldevices #medicaldevice #totalkneereplacement #kneepain #medtech #meddevice