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Jan 10, 2020
Why Do My Joints Hurt in the Winter?
The cold weather can make your joints feel frozen.
Jan 06, 2020
How to Get Ready for Ski Season - Ski Exercises
Ready to hit the slopes? Check out these ski exercises that you can do to prepare for the ski season. Prevent ski injuries by being prepared.
Dec 17, 2019
Can You Go Skiing After a Knee Replacement?
The only restrictions that doctors place on physical activity usually involve prolonged running, but other activities, including skiing, waterskiing, and racquetball, are okay.
Nov 19, 2019
What Is Turf Toe?
Turf toe is an injury common among football players.
Feb 13, 2019
Join the Resistance (Bands)!
Strength training is a great way to get into shape and reduce stress, but using weights requires either a trip to the gym or investing several hundred dollars. A popular alternative is resistance bands, long elastic bands, typically with handles on either end that can provide the muscles the same workout as a set of weights.
Feb 05, 2019
Understanding Shoulder Dislocations
It's a very common injury.
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Steps Hospitals Are Taking to Keep You Safe During COVID-19
Apr 8, 2020
Many hospitals around the country have rescheduled non-essential procedures due to coronavirus. But if you absolutely have to go into the hospital, you're probably wondering how safe you'll be from the disease. Chief Medical Officer Dr. Tom Miller talks about the steps hospitals are taking to keep patients safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Play InterviewShould I Get Tested for COVID-19?
Apr 7, 2020
If you're experiencing flu-like symptoms—such as fever, cough, or fatigue—but haven't traveled or been in contact with someone who has, should you get a coronavirus test? Chief Medical Officer of Ambulatory Care Dr. Richard Orlandi talks about when you should get tested for COVID-19.
Play InterviewHelping Children Through the COVID-19 Pandemic
Apr 6, 2020
It's a stressful time for many of us, even children. With most children having been sent home from school, stress and anxiety can run high. Child psychiatrist Dr. Benjamin Chan talks about what parents can do to help their kids during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Play InterviewWhat if You Have a Sprain or Fracture During COVID-19?
Mar 31, 2020
Accidents happen, even during this time of physical distancing. Where do you go for a broken bone, sprain, or other orthopedic injuries? Dr. Julia Rawlings explains how the University of Utah Orthopaedic Injury Clinic can treat most acute orthopedic injuries.
At this time, the walk-in clinic is requiring patients to schedule an appointment for treatment. If you or someone you know experiences an acute orthopedic injury, call 801-997-9955 to schedule an appointment with the Injury Clinic and help keep our community’s ER and Urgent care facilities free.
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