Maintaining Mobility

The importance of maintaining mobility as we age   As we age, there is a possibility of some kind break down in our orthopedic functions. The loss of lean muscle mass and bone mass can be the biggest enemies that impair one’s mobility. One of the biggest goals of adults is to remain healthy and functional. Degenerative joint diseases is widespread, and it predominantly affects older people. This disease affects both men and women, with … Click HERE for full article

When do you need Hip Replacement Surgery?

Hip Replacement Surgery When the pain from arthritis in the hip becomes constant and lasts for months, when it means you cannot dance or play golf any more, when you are having trouble getting up from a chair or climbing stairs and just walking is a challenge, you need to find a solution. You do not have to continue to be in pain. Your doctor can prescribe medications and exercises. Physical therapy can be helpful. … Click HERE for full article

Meet Dr. Ragsdale

Dr. Matthew Ragsdale, DO A DO these days it’s more similar to an MD then is was in then the early days. We started out right after the Civil War. Dr. Andrew Still started in Kirksville Missouri and they started doing really some manipulation and different things they were big on helping flu victims early on and as it grew through the years they continue doing the manipulatory techniques were they are able to learn … Click HERE for full article