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Best Back Brace Options for Back Pain Relief and Support

April 2, 2025February 5, 2020 by Dr. Kristina DeMatas

Backaches and pains can occur in individuals of all ages. From lower back pain to mid- and upper pain, when … Read more

May 26, 2025February 2, 2020 by Dr. Kristina DeMatas

As a sports medicine physician, I’m a huge advocate for physical therapy. Between that and my mom being a PT, … Read more

May 7, 2025September 16, 2019 by Dr. Kristina DeMatas

You use your knees daily to sit and walk. The constant use puts the complex joint at risk for injury. … Read more

May 7, 2025August 21, 2019 by Dr. Kristina DeMatas

You might not realize it, but you use your shoulders daily to lift, reach, pull, push, carry, and press. Almost … Read more

April 2, 2025February 18, 2019 by Dr. Kristina DeMatas

Overuse of the elbow is often associated with a painful condition called tennis elbow or lateral epicondylitis. Whether your elbow … Read more

June 26, 2025February 18, 2019 by Dr. Kristina DeMatas

Living with plantar fasciitis pain can be a challenge. As a sports medicine doctor, I see a lot of patients … Read more

April 2, 2025February 17, 2019 by Dr. Kristina DeMatas

I’m on my feet for hours during the day. Combine that with my love of running on the beach, and … Read more

April 2, 2025January 22, 2019 by Dr. Kristina DeMatas

As a family physician practicing sports medicine, I see a lot of injuries. Although some are caused by accidents, most … Read more

April 2, 2025January 18, 2019 by Dr. Kristina DeMatas

Throughout my years as a sports doctor, I‘ve seen patients with all kinds of injuries, regardless if they are athletes … Read more

May 16, 2025December 29, 2018 by Dr. Kristina DeMatas

Plantar fasciitis is a common problem among runners. As a sports medicine doctor, I treat many people with plantar fasciitis. … Read more

April 2, 2025December 29, 2018 by Dr. Kristina DeMatas

When you suffer from plantar fasciitis, shoes can be your best friend or your worst enemy. As a sports medicine … Read more

April 2, 2025March 3, 2018 by Dr. Kristina DeMatas

Golfers and tennis players who tend to make repetitive movements in an athletic setting, often feel symptoms of Tennis elbow … Read more