Sports Medicine Dr. Michael Swartzon says that even professional athletes are susceptible to injuries. “The moment you have an injury, that’s the number one risk factor for you to have the injury again,” Swartzon explains. In addition, the specialist mentions the orthopedics job is “to prevent it from happening again”. For patients who have had […]

Why do you get runner’s knee? Cristina Vigoa, Athletic Trainer with Miami Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, explains the patellofemoral pain syndrome, how painful it is, and what can cause it. The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons says most orthopedic injuries can be treated with some home remedies. Cristina Vigoa, Athletic Trainer with Miami Orthopedics […]

Exercise Physiologist & Wellness Educator with Carillon Miami Wellness Resort

What types of exercises you can include in a workout routine? Jason Meland, Owner of Body Therapeutix – The Outdoor Fitness Center in Pembroke Pines, talks about resistance training and what types of exercise you can do to provide resistance to your muscles, and how you can combine cardio and resistance training. What do you […]