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Foot or ankle pain can be debilitating. Penn orthopaedic surgeon Lorraine Boakye, MD, provides guidance on what to do when foot or ankle pain doesn't get better on its own.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2023/march/what-should-i-do-when-my-foot-or-ankle-pain-wont-go-away

Helpful tips on how you can achieve the five pillars of physical fitness through a cross training exercise program.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2022/december/cross-training

Identify the different medical professionals that all treat back pain and why starting with your primary care physician could be your best option.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2022/december/who-treats-back-pain

Back pain is a common issue affecting as many as 85% of adults. Here, Dr. Tingan explains what causes back pain and how you can treat it.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2022/december/back-pain

When the temperatures start to dip, working out can become a challenge even for everyone. It's just a little more difficult to convince yourself to put on multiple layers of clothes to trek outdo...

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2022/october/avoid-the-winter-workout-rut

Some athletes may be facing a new challenge this training season: how to train after a COVID-19 diagnosis.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2022/october/how-to-resume-training-for-a-race-after-long-covid

Bobby Ndu, MD, MBA, is an assistant professor of clinical orthopaedic surgery at Penn Medicine. Dr. Ndu treats a wide range of foot and ankle conditions, including everything from sports ankle in...

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2022/june/question-and-answer-with-dr-ndu

Learn about robot-assisted partial knee replacement for knee arthritis pain. Could it be the right treatment for you?;

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2022/june/is-robotic-joint-replacement-surgery-right-for-you

Casey Jo Humbyrd, MD, MBE, is Chief of the Penn Orthopaedics Foot and Ankle Division. Dr. Humbyrd specializes in complex foot and ankle reconstructions, including total ankle replacements, as wel...

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2022/may/question-and-answer-with-dr-humbyrd

T. David Tarity, MD, FAAOS, FAAHKS, is an assistant professor of clinical orthopaedic surgery at Penn Medicine. Dr. Tarity specializes in hip and knee replacements, including robotic joint replac...

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2022/may/question-and-answer-with-dr-tarity

If you’re training for a long distance race, consider these pre-race day tips to be on your A-game.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2022/march/preparing-for-a-long-distance-race

Monitoring our hydration and stretching our muscles are important steps to your workout routine. Here, Dr. Vasudevan offers tips to help you ensure you're doing what's right for your body and wor...

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2022/march/how-hydration-and-stretching-optimize-your-workout-routine

Shopping for running shoes doesn't have to be hard. Here, Dr. Farber explains what you should look for when it comes to picking a good running shoe.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2022/march/if-the-shoe-fitsrun

Back and neck pain can make every day activities difficult or even impossible. Here’s how spinal injections may be a non-surgical solution to your pain.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2022/february/spinal-injections

Are you putting off a visit to the doctor because he or she may tell you to stop running? Read this and learn how Penn's sports medicine specialists can help.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2021/september/runners-should-you-see-a-sports-medicine-specialist

Avoid getting sidelined with a running-related injury with these tips.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2021/june/avoid-common-running-injuries

A rainy day can be a blessing in disguise for a runner. For one thing, it’s an opportunity to take a day off. (Yes, you probably do need a day off.) For those who need to get in a workout on a ...

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2021/april/how-to-keep-up-with-your-training

Female runners have some special points to keep in mind when they’re training. Here are some insights from a sports medicine specialist.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2016/may/4-tips-for-female-runners

Are you fueling your long distance runs with a diet that strategically benefits your body?

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2017/february/nutrition-plan-fueling-long-distance-runs

Stay cool during your next run with these tips.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2017/february/injury-prevention-three-cool-down-steps-for-runners

The first blog post in a series about injury prevention for long distance runners, including proper warm up, cool down and stretching techniques.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2017/january/warm-up-techniques-for-long-distance-runners

J. Gabe Horneff, III, MD, FAAOS, is an assistant professor of orthopaedic surgery at Penn Medicine. Dr. Horneff sees patients at Penn Medicine Bucks County, Penn Medicine Cherry Hill, and Pennsyl...

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2020/november/question-and-answer-with-dr-horneff

Dr. Brian Sennett, Chief of Sports Medicine at Penn Orthopaedics, offers tips on how to stay fit amid COVID-19 and outlines the resources available to patients who may need treatment.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2020/november/sports-med-during-covid

Left untreated, a meniscus tear can limit regular movement and your ability to exercise or play sports. In serious cases, it can develop into long-term knee problems.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2018/september/meniscus-tears-why-you-should-not-let-them-go-untreated

Penn Medicine orthopedic surgeon, Christopher S. Travers, MD, shares tips on how to protect your joints and manage pain during the pandemic.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2020/june/joint-tips-during-covid

David S. Casper, MD, is an assistant professor of orthopaedic surgery at Penn Medicine. Dr. Casper sees patients at the Penn Spine Center at Penn Medicine Radnor and Pennsylvania Hospital. He spe...

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2020/september/question-and-answer-with-dr-casper

Whether it’s on your right side or your left side, back pain can be a burden. Get to the bottom of it.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2017/november/back-pain-on-one-side

Orthopedics is a vast and often complicated medical specialty. Learn more about orthopedic surgeons and specialists, what they do, and how they can help you feel your best.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2019/december/ortho-surgeons-7-things-to-know

Amrit S. Khalsa, MD, MSc, is an assistant professor of orthopaedic surgery at Penn Medicine, specializing in diseases and conditions of the neck and back. Learn more about Dr. Khalsa and his work...

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2019/october/q-and-a-with-dr-khalsa

Penn Orthopaedics proudly welcomes Joint Replacement surgeon Christopher Travers. Learn more about Dr. Travers and his approach to patient care.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2019/june/q-and-a-with-dr-travers

An abnormal curve in your spine can mean scoliosis or kyphosis. While similar, these conditions have important distinctions. Here’s what you should know about scoliosis and kyphosis.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2019/april/scoliosis-and-kyphosis-whats-the-difference

Manage or avoid neck and shoulder pain with these tips.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2019/march/5-activities-can-cause-neck-and-shoulder-pain

As you get older, your spine ages right along with the rest of you — which can cause disc degeneration. And disc degeneration can lead to back pain. Here are 4 ways this can happen.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2018/november/disc-degeneration-can-cause-back-pain-as-you-age

While they both affect the discs in your spine, bulging discs and herniated discs are not two terms for the same condition. Here’s what you should know about each.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2018/november/bulging-disc-vs-herniated-disc

Improve your workout performance with these breathing exercises to strengthen your diaphagram

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2018/october/breathing-exercises

The first step to identifying the cause and proper treatment for chronic hip pain may come before you’ve even entered the doctor's office.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2018/august/chronic-hip-pain-three-myths-young-athletes-tell-themselves

Certain foods can actually help to ease arthritis symptoms and improve your overall joint health.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2018/may/seven-foods-to-help-you-fight-arthritis

Your knees and hips are particularly susceptible to injury and wearing down over time. Dr. Nelson discusses different treatment options, including joint replacement surgery and non-surgical alter...

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2018/may/is-joint-replacement-my-only-option

Dr. Israelite provides three exercises to help you to gain strength and minimize arthritis pain.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2018/may/three-types-of-exercises-to-fight-arthritis

Exercise is important, especially for those with arthritis. Here, Dr. Israelite offers some tips for exercising with knee or hip pain.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2018/may/low-impact-exercises-for-joint-pain

Read this blog to find out your risk for developing arthritis.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2018/may/arthritis-risks

Although it's "just a desk job" sitting at a desk all day can cause back or neck pain. Learn ergonomic tips to help relieve that pain.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2017/december/5-ergonomic-tips-to-help-with-back-pain

You have back pain that won’t go away. You’ve had surgery, but it’s still there. Now what?

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2017/november/back-pain-that-wont-go-away

Lower back pain is a very common health condition that nearly everyone will experience at one point or another. But what exactly causes the pain to begin with and what separated one form of pain ...

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2016/november/questions-about-lower-back-pain

If you're over the age of 50 and struggle to walk short distances without stopping due to back and/or leg pain, it could be a sign of spinal stenosis.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2017/november/what-is-spinal-stenosis

Are you an avid tennis player? Learn about the most common types of injuries, the famous tennis players who have experienced them, and how you can prevent injury in your own play.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2017/july/common-tennis-injuries-affecting-your-favorite-stars

Learn how to stay cool, fit and healthy this summer with our guidelines for working out in the heat.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2017/july/tips-for-working-out-in-heat

As the Philadelphia Freedoms' medical team, we're proud to be helping these amazing athletes stay on the court.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2017/july/philadelphia-freedoms-partnership

Staying active can help you look and feel your best – at every stage of life. Here are some lower-impact activities that we recommend, especially for seniors.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2017/june/staying-active-as-you-get-older

Find out how Penn Medicine keeps your health and best interests in mind with their joint replacement pain protocol.

https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2015/october/the-benefits-of-penns-joint-replacement-pain-protocol