Summer provides the perfect weather to grab the tackle box and enjoy fishing at your local watering hole. Before casting your line, here are a few common fishing injuries to understand and take steps to prevent. The tradition of fishing predates recorded history and remains one of the most popular forms of recreation and food […]
Tips for Preventing Snow Shoveling Injuries
Shoveling snow can cause pain or worse, injury. Below are ways to prepare for a healthy and safe shoveling season. In addition to digging out winter coats, boots and accessories, now is the time to prepare your body for the possibility of shoveling snow. At CORA, we believe that the best form of medical care […]
Physical Therapy Enters the Final Frontier
Article as originally published on BodyGears.com on November 29, 2021 With NASA adding its first physical therapist to treat the astronaut corps, it’s time to consider the benefits of PT much closer to home. In September, NASA made “one giant leap” for the health and safety of its astronaut corps, adding a full-time physical therapist […]
COVID-19 Pandemic Highlights Need to Assess Your Risks to Prevent Falls
Know Your Risks Beforehand and Be Proactive to Effectively Manage Your Health Care Needs Losing balance as we age is something that most of us accept as inevitable. Dizzy spells, reaching out to steady yourself on a countertop or second thoughts about going for a walk with the grandchildren all are understandable concerns. We know […]
Finding your stride for post-pandemic Fall marathons
Guest Contribution by Esther Atkins, Professional Runner & McKirdy Trained Coach in Greenville, SC The pandemic has been devastating for some, and a major disruption for all. Whether you spent this past year running more than usual or dropping the ball a bit, major races are picking back up in the fall, so it’s time […]
Through A Runner’s Eyes with U.S. Marathoner Esther Atkins
Guest Contribution by Esther Atkins, Professional Runner and McKirdy Trained Coach in Greenville, SC Last February, I lined up for my third Olympic Trials Marathon knowing my body was not at 100%. It was then I made a pledge to end the band aid fixes just so I could make it through a workout. I […]
