If you tear your anterior cruciate ligament, you may be able to avoid surgery. The majority of isolated ACL tears can be treated with physical therapy alone, says a new study.
Fitness
Find wellness and disease-prevention tips about food, fitness, lifestyle, mental attitude and more from our Wellness Institute, led by Chief Wellness Officer and New York Times best-selling author Dr. Michael Roizen.
Wondrous Watermelon and Sunscreen Smarts (Slideshow)
What is the walk-run method of getting off the couch? How does watermelon boost your looks? When should you always recirculate air conditioning in your car? Health Hub Tips has the surprising answers to these questions and more.
9 Tips for Safe Outdoor Workouts
Want to amp up your workouts? Ditch your treadmill and try a walk or jog in a tree-filled park or neighborhood. Find nine tips to moving your workout outside, including safety tips.
Fishy Memory and Shark Cartilage (Slideshow)
What unexpected benefit may entice you to choose fish over steak? Can shark cartilage and other natural remedies help ease joint pain? Find the surprising answers to these and other health-related questions.
Preventing a Fall If You Have Arthritis
One in three adults over the age of 65 experiences a dangerous fall each year. Commonly, falls are caused by arthritis pain in the hips, knees or ankles. Here’s how to reduce your risk.
When and How to Start a Running Program
Running can be a fun and satisfying way to stay active. A sports medicine physician talks about starting out a running program — and working your way up to the long run.
Don’t Live With Your Chronic Joint Pain
The number of people with chronic joint pain is growing. Cartilage grows until about age 25, then slowly wears over the rest of our lives. What can you do if you experience chronic joint pain?
Hot Peppers, Honey and Meatless Musings (Slideshow)
Why are sweeter sweeteners the best choice? Why do chili peppers rev up your libido while cheeseburgers slow it down? Should athletes go vegan? Find the answers to these and other surprising questions.
Athletes and Enlarged Hearts
A diagnosis of an enlarged heart in athletes may be a serious medical issue – or just a byproduct of an active lifestyle. The challenge for physicians is differentiating between the two.
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