Health

Active Vacations

I have always enjoyed the outdoors and being active. It was natural then that I would try to instill those values in my children. From a very young age my wife and I have stressed the importance of incorporating physical activity into our daily routine. We have made it a commitment in our lives and... Read More

Lifestyles, Men's Health

June 2, 2012

Mobility: The Art of Modern Orthopedics

A Conversation with Dr. Mark Hermann of Danville Orthopedic Clinic Mark Hermann lives an active lifestyle. He’s an avid biker and outdoorsman who works hard and plays hard. He’s also an orthopedic surgeon who understands that our body is our strongest asset. We rely on it for everything from crawling to mountain climbing. General health and... Read More

Lifestyles, Men's Health

June 1, 2012

Stop Talking and Do It

Stop talking about losing weight and just do these! There are the 3 keys to losing weight: Exercise, Nutrition, and Rest. You have to be performing Exercise regularly, eating proper Nutrition, and getting plenty of Rest to really succeed in losing body fat. There are no magic pills, potions, juices, or elixirs. There are no... Read More

A Better You

June 1, 2012

Physical Therapy in the 21st Century

Taking It One Step at a Time Physical Therapy or “rehab” as it’s often called is the process of relearning and reactivating a part of your body that has suffered a traumatic experience. The need for physical therapy and rehabilitation can stem from something as simple as a pinched nerve to as extensive as a... Read More

Lifestyles, Men's Health

June 1, 2012

Our Step-by-Step Introduction to Joint Replacements

Danville Regional Medical Center’s State of the Art Surgical Services Your orthopedic doctor and you have decided that you need a joint replacement and now it’s time to prepare yourself for this new stage of your life. Although this is going to likely drastically improve your quality of life, it is not going to be an... Read More

Lifestyles, Men's Health

June 1, 2012

Men’s Health Threat Assessment – The Injury Threat

A lot of men get hurt trying to do too much too quickly. Scott Oakes of Danville Regional Sports Medicine and Rehab says, “Men work during the week and then try to cram a lot in on the weekends. They may cut down a tree and move the firewood or go for a ten-mile walk.... Read More

Men's Health

June 1, 2012

Men’s Health Threat Assessment – The Hidden Threat – Prostate Cancer

I Have a Prostate Issue, Now What? Prostate cancer is a form of cancer that we often hear about, but if you ask the common person, chances are they know little about it. According to the American Cancer Society, other than skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men. It accounts for... Read More

Fighting Cancer, Men's Health

June 1, 2012

Men’s Health Threat Assessment – The Not-So-Silent Threat – Snoring

Snoring Your Way to an Early Grave A partner who snores can be an impediment to getting a good night’s sleep. But, did you know that it can also be a sign of sleep apnea? All snoring is not sleep apnea, but when the snoring stops for a moment and there is a pause in... Read More

Men's Health

June 1, 2012

Men’s Health Threat Assessment – The Silent Threat – Hypertension

I Have Hypertension, Now What? Hypertension is the term used for high blood pressure. You can have high blood pressure for years without ever experiencing any symptoms. It increases your risk of many serious health issues including heart attack and stroke. Because it isn’t a condition that jumps out and bites you, it doesn’t appear... Read More

Healthy Hearts, Men's Health

June 1, 2012

High Impact Versus Low Impact Workouts

High impact workouts like P90X and running interest men of all ages. Are they for everyone? High impact, high intensity exercise programs have become popular because they have been very effective in improving high velocity strength. One of the concerns is that as people get older they are more injury prone. They often don’t have... Read More

Lifestyles, Men's Health