ADHD is an acronym for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. This is a condition that can be found in both children and adults that includes symptoms like inattention, impulsiveness, and excess need to move around. It is difficult for people with ADHD to do things like manage time, focus and concentrate, and organize and prioritize projects or tasks. Did you know …
How Much Physical Activity Do Kids Need?
Recently in the United States we have seen a rise of diseases in children that in the past had only been seen in adults. Things like obesity, type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure are being seen more and more frequently in children. One of the best ways to combat the rise of these diseases is to make sure that …
Health Benefits of Baseball, Cycling, & Tennis
Summer is a great time to be a sports fan. Besides the World Cup, the summer months mean that it’s time for the College World Series of Baseball, the epic bicycling event that is the Tour de France, and one of the 4 annual tennis “Majors” at Wimbledon. (Lots of other events are going on too. There just isn’t enough …
Soccer is Basically Medicine
The 2018 World Cup is in full swing in Russia, and if you are a soccer fan, you are in your element. Did you see Mexico’s upset win over Germany in the 1st round of group play? Or witness the last-minute-in-stoppage-time side net set piece blast of a finish from Germany in their 2nd group play match? There are 2 …
Signs and Symptoms of Heat Exhaustion
As a companion to this month’s article on safe summer exercise, here is a bit more information about common health issues that can occur in places like Central Texas, where daytime temperatures are high for long periods of time during each day and throughout the season. The increased humidity that our area experiences during the summer months contributes to the …
Safe Summer Exercise
Summer is officially descending on Central Texas, and it is bringing rising temperatures. This is the time of year where cold AC is a valuable commodity as some people actively avoid the scorching temperatures outside completely. Although the temperature outside can definitely feel limiting, there are some strategies and considerations that can still make being able to participate in all …
Common Pain Problems for Children During Growth Spurts
Two common issues experienced by children going through growth spurts are Sever’s Disease and Osgood-Schlatter’s Disease. Both conditions involve painful irritations of the growth plates in developing bones. Read on to learn more about how these issues are recognized and treated. Sever’s Disease Sever’s Disease, or calcaneal apophysis, is an inflammation of the growth plate in the heel bone (calcaneus) …
How to Avoid Pain While on Vacation
The joys of a family vacation should not be overshadowed by the pain that can come from hauling excessive luggage, sleeping in a different bed and extended periods of sitting. Here are some of our favorite tips to keep you feeling your best while traveling so that you can enjoy your destination.
The Balancing Act of Life
When was the last time you stopped to consider how impressive it is that you were able to accomplish your day without falling? Every day we stand, walk, get in and out of the car, and walk up and down stairs without incident – probably without giving it a second thought. Balance is one of those things that we typically …