Sniffing, Snorting, Huffing…Oh, My!
Dr. Michael Fitzgerald, Pediatrician, Riverview Hospital Sniffing, snorting, huffing…oh my! Sounds more like allergy season in Indiana than the serious problem it is. These are all terms for using inhalants. Inhalants are sprays, liquids and chemicals that produce a quick high when absorbed into the bloodstream using one of the easiest and quickest ways—through the […]
Preventing low-back pain
Megan Bastin, Riverview Hospital Certified Athletic Trainer Most people have experienced some type of low-back pain in their life. But did you know that, often times, these injuries and strains can be prevented? Megan Bastin, a certified athletic trainer at Riverview Hospital explains that the lower back is designed for a greater range of motion […]
Preventing ACL tears
Tony Zorger, Riverview Hospital Certified Athletic Trainer One of the most publicized sports injuries in recent years has been the anterior cruciate ligament—better known as an ACL—tear. The incident of this injury continues to rise, especially in high-impact sports like football, basketball, soccer, volleyball and baseball. This often season-ending, and in some cases, career-ending injury […]
Top 10 anti-inflammatory foods
Laura Kenny, MS, RD, CD Inflammation is the normal and natural response to body injury; however, unnecessary and chronic inflammation can wreak havoc on the body and promote illness. The modern diet contributes to inflammation through a variety of body mechanisms that are not completely understood. Eating too many fried foods, processed foods, omega-6 fats, […]