Ask A Doctor – University Orthopaedic Center
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What are your thoughts on the barefoot running craze of late, or running with the minimal shoes? Can this be good?
When I’m sore after a workout, is it OK to get back on it again the next day?
I’m hoping to stay more limber this year for skiing, what sort of stretches can you recommend?
I had an ACL replaced (cadaver graft) about 20 years ago.I now have occassional serious discomfort in the knee during physical activity. What are my options?
I like to exercise in the morning, whereas my husband says its best to work out in the afternoon, when you are warmed up. What’s your opinion?
i’ve been a downhill skier my whole life, but am feeling the aches and pains (49 years old)I’d like to get into skate skiing, but is it of less impact to my body?
Keep up the good work with the magazine.
I know I should be wearing a helmet for snowboarding this year, but they all seem to be getting smaller and smaller, almost like a fashion accessory. what should I look for?
I separated my shoulder in a snowboarding crash last year, and I don’t feel I have the same range of motion. How can I stretch it out?
How do I know when it’s time for a hip replacement? i’ve had some nagging pain for a few years that comes and goes. A friend had one recently at age 55, and was back skiing 5 months later. I’m 49, is it for someone my age already?
Thanks
I’ve been getting back into running lately, and it feels like the dreaded ‘shin splints’ are coming back on. What is the best way to rpevent them? Also- do you have any thoughts on the ‘minimalist’ shoe craze of late?
Thanks
I’ve been noticing some more than usual stiffness in my calves and achilles area after doing some hiking. Is this something that I can look to stretch out, or a sign of something more serious?
Recently their has been an over the top craze about the proper way one’s foot should strike the ground when running. Either with the ball fist or with the traditional heel method. It’s becoming a bit overwhelming. Any thoughts?
I’ve had my bike custom fit, but I still get numbness in my fingers and sometimes toes. Any advice?
My knees, back, shoulders- basically I ache all over from skiing this winter,, but I don’t want to lose my fitness before I start my bike season. What is a recommended time of rest to recuperate?
Thanks
I’ve been a runner most of my life, but am spending more time cycling now to lessen the impact. I’m feeling some srthritic cranks in my knees however, is this common?
Thanks- keep up the good work.
There will be a lot of kids playing some aggressive sports in the next few months, what are some of the warning signs if one of them gets a concussion?
I’m getting worsening pain in the arch of my left foot. My friend says it may be fasciitis. Is it something I can alleviate with stretching?