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Understanding and Avoiding Shoulder Injuries in Sports
03/17/2010
Shoulder injuries commonly occur in various sports from overuse, but can also result from a traumatic injury or even a fall. Board certified orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Andrew Bulczynski provides some insight into prevention and treatment that every athlete should know.
Sleep And High Performance: What Olympic Athletes Know About Sleep
01/29/2010
Dr. Michael Gervais, the director of Pinnacle Performance at D.I.S.C. offers an insightful guide and useful tips in regards to the role sleep plays in obtaining high performance and how this nightly activity is crucial to a successful outcome for Olympic athletes at the Vancouver Winter Games.
Healthy Driving Makes for a Healthy Neck and Back
01/28/2010
The car can be our best friend or worst enemy, depending on your mental outlook. Dr. Bill Bergman, a spine rehabilitation specialist offers simple and practical advice to prevent unncessary pain while in your car.
Reducing the Risk of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries in Women
01/15/2010
Studies are showing that women have a higher incidence of ACL injuries for a variety of reasons. There are some important training steps women can utilize that can significantly reduce this risk.
10 Tips for Safe Skiing and Snow Boarding for Women
10/18/2009
Dr. Gary Brazina a board certified orthopedic surgeon and former ski instructor offers 10 key tips every woman should know before hitting the slopes to ski or snowboard 1. WOMEN NEED SPORT SPECIFIC PRESEASON TRAINING: Women are different than m...
Keeping a Healthy Back and Neck This Hockey Season
10/01/2009
As the Kings get back in action this fall, make sure your back and neck are ready for all the excitement on the ice whether you are at the game or watching on the big screen. Below are some simple tips from Dr. Bill Bergman, specialists in rehabili...
Beach Volleyball Fitness Tips
08/03/2009
D.I.S.C. Sports and Spine Center, the Official Medical Center of the AVP, takes a comprehensive approach to treating athletes of all skill levels including elite professional and Olympic competitors to the weekend warriors. Our first priority is in...
Fitness Sailing Tips From Dr. Robert Bray
05/30/2009
Preeminent Neurological Spine Surgeon, Dr. Robert S. Bray, Jr., the CEO and Founder of D.I.S.C. Sports and Spine Center and avid sailor offers some basic fitness and health tips for sailors to prevent injuries and alleviate pain. WELCOME SAILORS FR...
A New Year, A New You….Patience and Persistence will Payoff!
12/14/2008
New Year’s resolutions are filled with thoughts of getting in shape and improving our health, yet without proper preparation and realistic goal setting, many of these worthy aspirations will fall by the wayside rather quickly. There are a few reason...
10 Tips for Safe Skiing
12/03/2008
Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Gary Brazina offers 10 tips every skier should know before hitting the slopes this winter. 1. Do Start Getting in Shape Early Get ready to ski at least 4-6 weeks prior to your trip. What kind of exercises are needed? Try...
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Daily Health Tip #64
07/16/2010
Change your shoes,it cuts down on the wear of your shoes and helps keep an even playing field for your back and knees.
Dr. Bill Bergman