Car Accident Recovery: George & Linda
You’ll rarely meet a sweeter couple than George and Linda Major. Married over 50 years, infectiously personable, active in the community and long-time patients at Apple Healthcare. So when they were involved in a motor vehicle accident, we immediately started working with them to make sure they had a speedy and complete car accident recovery. […]
Prevent Achilles Pain with Three Daily Habits
You know a medical condition is common when it enters the lexicon as an idiom! Since ancient times, an “Achilles heel” has meant a weak point, in spite of overall strength. The important thing to know is that Achilles tendonitis doesn’t have to be your Achilles heel. Let’s talk about a few ways you can […]
Achilles Tendonitis Pain: How PRP Can Help
Few things stop you from being active quite like Achilles tendonitis pain. Tendon injuries tend to take a long time to heal, and Achilles has a habit of straining in a very “avascular” (low blood supply) area of the body. In our podiatry practice, we see many cases of Achilles tendonitis every year. Most of […]
How to Choose a Summer Shoe: A Podiatrist’s Perspective
Summer is a great time to let your feet breathe! The convenience of a slip-on, slip-off summer shoe has many of us breaking out the flip flops and sandals. There’s only one problem: many summer shoes can wreak havoc on your feet if you wear them frequently or for long periods of time. Here, I’ll […]
Fix Urinary Incontinence with Physical Therapy
It’s time to address a somewhat taboo topic. Urinary incontinence (UI). Because it’s not often talked about, many people don’t realize that the condition is more common than you might think. Millions of Americans deal with the anxiety and embarrassment that can result from this condition. Let’s talk about how we can fix urinary incontinence […]
How to Check for Diastasis Recti
Diastasis recti is a natural, normal and necessary stretching of the abdominal muscles to make room for a baby to grow. But what do you do when this condition sticks around long after giving birth? We’ll explain more and show you how to check for diastasis recti here! Note: Even though we typically associate diastasis recti with the process of pregnancy and delivery, […]
Can New Moms Run?
As a physical therapist and postpartum corrective exercise spcialist, one of the questions I’m asked all the time is “can new moms run?” Let me tell you how we can get you back on the greenways, trails and tracks safely with our return to running program! Why Run? I’m a former Lady Vol track and […]
Your Kid’s Chiropractor: What to Look For
Some of the most precious patients we care for at Apple Healthcare are the youngest! So let’s talk about what you should look for when choosing your kid’s chiropractor. 1. Does Your Kid’s Chiropractor Do Age-Appropriate Adjustments? The most common question we get asked about chiropractic care for kids is: “is it safe? “ The short answer […]
Home Office Ergonomics: Optimize Your Setup!
We have seen many people shift from the office to their homes to continue working. In an office, internet connections and safe workspaces are already provided, so it takes some time to create the same atmosphere at home. But remote workers also need to consider their health as well when it comes to designing their […]
From Hobbling to Hiking: My Stem Cell Success Story Dr. Andy Hosenfeld, CCRD
We all have different levels of activity, but most of us are fortunate enough to take walking for granted. I’ve always been an active person and enjoyed the outdoors–hunting, fishing, hiking and have had the good luck to have a body that allowed that lifestyle. That all started to change a few years ago. I […]