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Dr. Robert F. LaPrade Co-Authors Book Titled The IOC Manual of Sports Injuries
Dr. Robert F. LaPrade orthopedic knee surgeon with The Steadman Clinic in Vail CO and Chief Medical Research Officer for the Steadman Philippon Research Institute has recently co-authored a book titled: The IOC Manual of Sports Injuries: An Illustrated Guide to the Management of Injuries During Physical Activity. Created in collaboration with the Medical Commission of the International Olympic Committee this exciting new book provides an extensive guide to the diagnosis management and continued care of patients with sports injuries. Designed as an easy-to-use manual Dr. LaPrade and his team of writers include more than 500 full-color illustrations and detailed views of various techniques procedures and expertise on the medical care of athletes that is aimed to act as a "go to" reference for primary care and other non-specialist clinicians.
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What’s The Connection Between Phone Addiction And Teen Depression?
Most adults spend too much time on their phones, and it is harming their mental health. Dr. Charles Raison, psychiatrist and director of the Vail Health Behavioral Health Innovation Center, attributes some of the cause for rising depression and suicide rates to phone addiction. He wants to build a study at the center to examine how removing phones from the hands of teens may help their mental health.
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The Bitter Truth About Sugar
We are a nation of sugar addicts. In 1900, the average American consumed 4 pounds of sugar each year. The current average sugar consumption in our country is an astronomical 150-170 pounds per person each year. This hard truth has contributed to an obesity rate that is 35.7% for adults.
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Body Composition: Why It Matters More Than a Number on the Scale
In the world of health and fitness, weight often steals the spotlight. We celebrate weight loss milestones, obsess over numbers on the scale, and let weight loss/gain dictate how we feel about our progress. But there's a far more accurate and meaningful indicator of health and fitness: body composition.