Family and Community
Keyboard Feet Stand In the Way of Better Typing Ergonomics
We’ve all seen those little feet that extend out of our keyboards, but did you ever know what they’re for? According to the keyboard maker BakkerElkhuizen, those feet are to improve visibility of the keys, not to lessen the load on your over-worked hands and wrists: “First of all, it is important to distinguish between […]READ MORE
Five Challenging Exercises You Can Do Barefoot at the Beach
Five easy (okay, we lied)… Five CHALLENGING exercises you can do barefoot at the beach! Sand Sprints: Pick two landmarks that you can run between. These runs should take you 12-30 seconds. Repeat 5 times with a 10 second rest in between each. Barefoot running in the sand is difficult-focus on not striking with your […]READ MORE
New Research Suggests Concussions Should Keep Kids on the Bench for a Full Year
Head injuries are a big problem for young athletes, who may be more vulnerable for up to a year after having a concussion, according to new research in the journal Pediatrics. That means students and their parents may have to think hard about when it’s safe to return to play. When faced with the choice […]READ MORE
Massage Therapy Helps Ease a Variety of Chronic Health Issues
Instead of suffering from chronic conditions like frozen shoulder syndrome and migraines, some Hampton Roads residents have found another source of relief: massage. A trip to the massage therapist once or twice a month can help ease headaches and promote blood flow for better healing of aches and pains. While many people still enjoy massage […]READ MORE
Grilled Fruits and Vegetables Add Color, Nutrition and Flavor to Summer Dishes
Summer is a great time to fire up the grill. But, as all grill masters know, it’s not all about the meat! Spice up any cookout by adding fruits and vegetables to the menu – and the grill! Fruits and vegetables serve up a variety of vitamins and nutrients. Here are four ways to incorporate […]READ MORE
In Motion Employee Wins $1,000 Cash Prize
Congratulations to Sharron Savage of In Motion at Chesapeake Square. Sharon won the random drawing for the $1000 cash prize. This “Early Bird Special” was awarded by completing both parts of the Personal Health Assessment (PHA) by May 31st! Sharron does not even carry the Bon Secours Medical Insurance, but as a new employee, wanted […]READ MORE
“Head Strong”
Check out “Head Strong”, an article published in the June 2013 issue of Richmond Family Magazine discussing the importance of taking concussions seriously. Bon Secours Athletic Trainer, Shanae Norman is featured with her advice from an athletic trainer’s perspective.READ MORE
Latest Advances in Rotator Cuff Surgery Mean a Quicker Return to Activity
Repairing rotator cuff tears can present a challenge for patients and orthopaedic specialists. Nonoperative treatments for active individuals can result in significant impairment in daily function and quality-of-life, so the preferred treatment is often surgical repair. Advances in Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair Surgery The latest advancement in rotator cuff repair has been the development of […]READ MORE
Turn to Physical Therapy Before Surgery for Chronic Knee Pain
Knee pain is a growing complaint that physical therapists and orthopaedic surgeons are tackling as millions of aging Americans struggle to stay active. The most common cause of knee pain is osteoarthritis, a joint disease that results in the degeneration of the cartilage between bones in the knee joint. As cartilage is lost due to […]READ MORE
In Motion is Everywhere Summer Contest
Follow these simple steps to enter our “In Motion is Everywhere!” Summer Contest! Step 1: Like us on Facebook at Bon Secours In Motion Physical Therapy and Sports Performance. Step 2: Share a picture on our Facebook page of you wearing your In Motion T-shirt or holding your In Motion water bottle while traveling or […]READ MORE