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  • Blisters: Avoid Them Or Treat Them Safely

    Blisters: Avoid Them Or Treat Them Safely

    At best, blisters are uncomfortable; at worst, they prevent us from engaging in the activities we love. We have tips to help keep you blister-free, and guidelines to safely treat blisters when they are unavoidable. We all recognize the burning pain of a blister as outer layers of skin rub together, separate, and fill with…

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  • The Link Between Weight And Back Pain

    The Link Between Weight And Back Pain

    You know that a healthy weight provides a host of health benefits, but you may not know that losing weight can help resolve or prevent back pain. Back pain affects more than half of all Americans at some point in their lives. It is a leading cause of disability. The Institute of Medicine has estimated…

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  • Genetic Influences on Orthopedic Risk

    Genetic Influences on Orthopedic Risk

    Everyone is susceptible to bone and joint problems, but studies suggest that genetics influence your degree of risk for certain orthopedic conditions, and may also influence the success of your recovery. Over the last few decades, female athletes from tennis legend Billie Jean King to soccer’s U.S. Women’s National Team—and 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup…

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  • Ask Dr. Voight: Why Are Sprinklers Banned On Marathon Routes?

    Ask Dr. Voight: Why Are Sprinklers Banned On Marathon Routes?

    Sprinkler systems may seem like a common-sense way to cool down during a marathon race, but Dr. Voight explains that the superficial coolness provided by a sprinkler can increase the risk of heat illness. Marathons are a popular way to challenge our bodies and enjoy the brief summer season that Minnesota offers—but they are not…

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  • Use Heat And Cold To Ease Arthritic Joints

    Use Heat And Cold To Ease Arthritic Joints

    When arthritic joints become stiff or painful, we explain how and when to use the application of heat and cold for arthritis for simple, effective relief. Arthritis is the number one cause of disability in our country. More than 50 million Americans are affected by this disease. This number that represents one out of every…

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  • Are Flip Flops Dangerous For Your Feet?

    Are Flip Flops Dangerous For Your Feet?

    During our warm weather months, flip flops are on display in an array of colors and playful styles. But are flip flops bad for your feet?

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  • Bunions Causes and What to Do About Them?

    Bunions Causes and What to Do About Them?

    Bunions are painful knobs of bone that protrude from the joint just below the big toe. We discuss bunions causes, the options for treating bunions, and explain when surgery is appropriate. When you slip into your favorite pair of summer sandals or casual flip flops, your feet are on display. You don’t intend to flaunt…

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  • Tips To Prevent Shin Splints

    Tips To Prevent Shin Splints

    Painful shin splints are a common injury among runners. We have some tips to help you prevent this overuse injury. Nothing can take the pleasure out of a long summer run like the aching pain of shin splints. Runners are especially prone to this injury, and describe tenderness or sharp pain along the tibia, the…

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  • Tips For Safe Golfing Through The Summer

    Tips For Safe Golfing Through The Summer

    The golf season in Minnesota is too short to lose time to injuries that keep you off the green. We have tips to help you golf safely through the season. Busy Twin Cities golf courses are a testament to the popularity of golf—and the dedication of golfers who want to make the most of summer…

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