By Cameron Vazquez, MPH We have been here at the Center for Better Bones for many years – and so have our customers! – have sung the praises of weighted training vests and belts. And how can we not do that? Not only does weighted exercise equipment allow us to do less and accomplish more,…
Medial tibial stress syndrome is one of the most common athletic injuries, especially among those who participate in high-impact activities. However, there are other risk factors for shin splints, and not all patients who complain of the characteristic pain along the shin are athletes. MTSS is a condition that often resolves on its own. Physical…
February 1 marks the start of Patient Recognition Week, an annual event celebrating the important role of patients in the healthcare system. As the name suggests, this week is all about recognizing and honoring the hardworking patients who place their trust in the hands of medical professionals. But it’s not just about celebrating patients;…
I started my company, Curovate, with a very simple vision, to make physiotherapy accessible to everyone worldwide. That was in 2015. Our physiotherapy app Curovate was originally released on the Google Play Store on August 1, 2016. When we first released the app, it provided rehabilitation for people after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery. Seven…
Although chronic diseases are quite common (the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that 6 in 10 adults in the US have one chronic disease, and 4 in 10 have two or more chronic diseases), I’ve always had trouble finding tools that address the impact that chronic illness can have on relationships and…
