Overcoming Knee Pain at Riverview Health
John Cook had tried everything for his knee pain—injections, CBD oil—you name it. Injections offered him some relief, but not much. CBD oil didn’t help at all. After five years of dealing with significant arthritis and pain, John had had enough and was ready to look at surgical options. When a friend told John about […]
Fitness at Home: Chair Exercises
With the gyms closed many of us have been forced to get creative with our fitness routines. Here is a simple workout you can easily do from the safety and comfort of your home. These gentle exercises can be completed in 50 minutes and are designed to improve strength, flexibility, balance and cardiovascular health. These […]
Stress Busters: Exercises to Help You Relax at Home
By Ryan Lawson, Exercise Specialist Learning to cope during COVID-19 can be difficult, especially when our daily routines are disrupted. As the weeks go by, it may seem like the stress that goes along with these changes grows. Exercise can play a huge role in improving your mood, so here are some simple techniques you […]
#MyFocus: Beating the Odds and COVID-19
The Riverview Health emergency room lobby erupted into applause as 91-year-old Gerald Hyndman appeared. His acute rehab team rolled his wheelchair down the long hallway, clapping and smiling behind their surgical masks. At the end of the hallway, Gerald’s family waited to greet him. When they said their goodbyes and brought him to the hospital […]
The Importance of Maintaining an Exercise Routine During Quarantine
By Travis Browning, Exercise Physiologist Exercise is associated with a plethora of benefits when it comes to our overall health. Heart disease, the number one cause of death in the U.S., can be prevented by regular physical activity. Not only is exercise good for your physical health, but it can also have benefits to your mental […]
Staying Active at Home
By Amy Chandler, Exercise Specialist Are you continuing to make time to exercise while you’re at home? During quarantine, it’s easy to sit back and relax, but it’s important to get your body moving. Make sure you take at least 20-30 minutes each day to exercise. Here are a few ideas: Enjoy the nice weather […]
How to Lift Your Mood During COVID-19
A pandemic probably wasn’t on your 2020 agenda. Having your world turned upside down is stressful, scary and can seriously affect your mood. During a time of unknowns, it is important to remember small actions can make a big difference on your mood. Here are 10 things you can do right now to brighten your […]
Eating Healthy at Home: Tips to Feed Your Family While Social Distancing
By Brittany Nelson, Corporate Wellness Supervisor Cooking for your family can be challenging on a good day, let alone while social distancing. While your trips to the grocery store may be fewer and far between, here are some tips to help keep your family nourished and happy at mealtime. Dispose of old food to make […]
4 Ways to Cope with Feeling Overwhelmed
Feelings of stress and anxiety can crop up seemingly out of nowhere. As they creep in slowly, you may begin to feel as though you’re struggling to keep your head above water. As we age, the demands of life and responsibilities keep growing, and the adjustment periods can lead to stress as we learn how […]
#MyFocus: Get to know Dr. Jenna Walls
Meet Jenna Walls, MD, a sports medicine physician at Riverview Health. Dr. Walls joined the Riverview Health team in August 2019, and she practices at Riverview Health Physicians Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Westfield and Carmel. Dr. Walls is also the team physician for University High School and Hamilton Heights. As a new member of […]