Cow’s milk and its related products are excellent sources of calcium, an element that is essential for building strong bones when it interacts with the hormone-like substance called Vitamin D. However, milk isn’t the only calcium-rich food for bone health....

Whether you have sustained a sports-related injury or you suffer with chronic back pain, Southeast Orthopedic Specialists can help relieve your pain. If you have been injured, we will also assist you as you move through the recovery process. Our...

There have been many technology advancements for spine care. An orthopedic spinal surgeon, Anthony Yeung, weighs in on his opinions on where he sees the future of spinal care. Dr. Yeung realized the need for minimalism in spine surgery when...

From ligament strains and stress fractures to head injuries, sport-related injuries can keep you out of the game. While all sports have a risk of injury, there are ways to prevent injuries from occurring. Gear Up for Safety Wearing the...

A bulging disc in your back causes a variety of painful symptoms. Bulging discs occur when an intervertebral disc balloons out at a weak spot in your spine, putting pressure on your spinal cord and nerves. Symptoms vary, depending on...

Have lower back pain? How about neck and shoulder pain? Did you ever think your footwear could be to blame? Wearing high heels throws your body position out of whack. And that can create big problems for your back, neck...

Massage therapy requires the application of pressure to achieve its many benefits. However, there is such a thing as too much pressure. Learning how much pressure is enough will help you harness the benefits of massage therapy without experiencing harmful effects....

If you’ve ever broken a bone, you know you’ll need to wear a cast for about two months while your bone heals. But have you ever thought about what goes on inside your that cast? Read on to learn how...

As few as 35 percent of physical therapy patients maintain their at-home regimens. But that’s not going to help you get better. Most people fully intend to carry out their homework but time constraints, lack of motivation or simply forgetting...

If you watched the Olympic games, you probably noticed the brightly colored strips of tape some athletes had stretched across their bodies. Called kinesiology tape, the tape helps reduce athlete’s pain and improve their performance. But you don’t have to...