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Do you have a herniated disc?

Most adults—an estimated 60 to 80 percent—will experience back pain at some point in their lives. Back pain can be caused by a number of factors, but a herniated disc...

How to Naturally Boost Your Immune System

The immune system is the body’s defense system against microorganisms that cause disease and illness. When you consider the amount of germs you are exposed to on a daily basis,...

Ask the doctor: shoulder injuries

Dr. Moen specializes in the comprehensive care of the shoulder, with a focus on the arthroscopic, replacement, and reconstructive surgical treatment of shoulder disorders. Dr. Moen also has received specific...

Eat this, not that: The best foods to fuel your workout

Think of your body like a car: it needs fuel to run. Filling your tank before exercising gives your body the energy it needs to perform at its best. To...

National Golf Month: Common Golfing Injuries

  When one thinks of sports injuries, they generally think of a hard-hitting running back, a too-tall-for-his-own-good center or a rambunctious hockey defenseman. After all, injuries are just part of life...

7 fitness accounts to follow on Instagram

In need of some fitspiration? Whether you’re looking for training and fitness tips or just need a little extra motivation to get your body ready for swimsuit season, Instagram is...

Important questions to ask your doctor before back surgery

Each year, about half a million Americans undergo back surgery for a number of reasons. Surgery is often the treatment of choice for a variety of causes of back pain....

Exercises that can hurt more than help

Exercise is good for heart health, aids in weight loss, builds strong, healthy joints and provides a number of other health benefits. But when certain exercises aren’t performed correctly, they...

Questions to ask your doctor before knee surgery

For some patients suffering from knee pain, non-surgical treatments may not provide long-term relief. In these cases, or in the case of a torn ligament or other knee injury, surgery...