As a physical therapist, I see a lot of patients affected by pain and disability associated with osteoarthritis (OA). OA is a debilitating disease that can make everyday activities such as walking and climbing stairs extremely painful. Many theories exist as to what factors predispose a person to OA. A recent study was published in the the Journal of Orthopedic & Sports Physical Therapy looking at several factors and their association to OA of the hip, knee and [...]

Today we enjoyed a sushi platter from Hiro 88 as a celebratory lunch for Chris' birthday! There are many health benefits of eating sushi and other types of seafood. The high content of fish oil found in sushi promotes a healthy cardiovascular system. Vinegar, which is found in the seaweed, is an important factor in promoting cell metabolism. People who use vinegar frequently in their diet have lower percentages of body fat. Fish and seafood also contain high [...]