A recent review in the magazine Nature Reviews Microbiology investigated the interactions between the oral and gut microbiomes and their joint effect on human health. Authors Jack A. Gilbert of the University of California San Diego and Erica M. Hartmann of Northwestern University found that while oral microorganisms can invade the gastrointestinal tract and contribute…
Now that summer has arrived, it’s time to take advantage of the free vitamin D that the sun offers. Sun exposure is the ideal way to help us reach the minimum vitamin D level of 32 ng/mL, with an optimum of 50 to 60 ng/mL. I also encourage you to get outside as much as…
Foothills Sports Medicine Physical Therapy (Foothills), Arizona’s largest and most respected provider of musculoskeletal and physical therapy services, is pleased to announce that after months of diligent negotiations, an agreement has been reached with UnitedHealthcare (UHC). Effective August 1, 2024, Foothills will once again be an in-network provider for UHC’s commercial insurance and Medicare…
The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) is committed to supporting everyone affected by osteoporosis. In partnership with Inspire, we have created a online support community serving as a lifeline for patients, caregivers, and anyone interested in bone health. This community provides a place to connect, ask questions, and share experiences, and offers an essential…
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are a common and debilitating injury in sports, and unfortunately young women are more susceptible to a torn ACL compared to men. But Why? Why are we seeing more and more female athletes tearing their anterior cruciate ligament? What can women do to reduce their risk? In this article,…
