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Study Examines Risk Factors For Prolonged Sports Concussion Symptoms
Researchers have identified risk factors that can signal whether an athlete who has a concussion will experience symptoms beyond one week. Athletes that have four or more symptoms when they are first injured were more likely to have persistent concussive symptoms, according to a new study from the University of Washington. The study was published […]READ MORE
Three Ways To Keep Training Through the Winter
Many athletes take time off in winter to enjoy the holidays without having to worry about their schedules. We understand that time off is key to both physical improvement and mental health – especially when you’re trading gym time for family bonding. However, we don’t think taking a hiatus from November to March is going […]READ MORE
How to Choose the Best Running Shoes
While walking and running are natural activities for the human body, it’s not a good idea to strap on any old running shoe and starting hitting the pavement cold. Finding the right running (or walking) shoes for your feet is a science, and it takes research to make sure you’re buying the best fit for […]READ MORE
Treating Parkinson's Disease with Physical Therapy and Sensorimotor Re-Education
Parkinson’s is a neurological disease that effects the quality and amplitude of a persons movements, speech and swallowing. For patients with Parkinson’s everyday tasks, like walking and speaking, can be overwhelmingly difficult. Many patients feel isolated as a result. At Bon Secours In Motion our physical therapy clinic at DePaul Medical Center is introducing a […]READ MORE
Lowering Sodium Intake Could Save Lives, Study Finds
People trying to lose weight can often rattle off how many calories are in a stack of potato chips or bowl of popcorn. But can they say how many milligrams of sodium those snacks contain? It’s an important question because, apparently, Americans are consuming way too much sodium. In fact, if everyone could lower their […]READ MORE
Volunteer for the Shamrock Marathon!
Interested in participating at the 2013 Yuengling Shamrock Marathon but not ready to strap on your shoes and hit the pavement? Volunteer with the Bon Secours Sports Medicine Team and Dr. Ernesto Luciano, the Medical Director of the race! Bon Secours In Motion is the presenting sponsor of the race. As part of our involvement, […]READ MORE
A Healthy Diet: Great for Weight Loss and Your Immune System
It seems like everyone is reaching for the hand sanitizer these days to prevent getting sick. Here’s something else you can do to protect against infection: eat nutritious foods. “A strong immune system doesn’t guarantee your body can fight off every flu bug, but it’s a powerful defense,” said Heather Mangieri, a registered dietitian and […]READ MORE
Stay Motivated – and Happy – at the Gym
The busiest month at the gym is over. Or is it? If you’re one of the many who recently joined a gym to lose weight but are finding it hard to keep going, I have some simple advice for staying motivated: find something you like to do. Going to the gym shouldn’t feel like a hassle. Unless […]READ MORE
Bon Secours Sports Medicine Physician Dr. Ernesto Luciano Keeps Us Running as Medical Director of the Shamrock Marathon
Dr. Ernesto Luciano-Perez, an orthopaedic surgeon and medical director of sports medicine, Bon Secours Virginia Orthopaedic Specialists, loves caring for athletes — and serving the community. That’s why he volunteers as medical director of the Shamrock Marathon, an annual weekend of race events drawing 24,000 participants. “We wanted to get involved in a program that […]READ MORE
In Motion Sports Performance Parody Contest
You’ve seen the parodies on YouTube … now is your chance to create your own video to any song you like and help launch our new Bon Secours In Motion Sports Performance Facebook fan page! Follow these simple steps to enter our kickoff contest! Step 1: Like us on Facebook at Bon Secours In Motion […]READ MORE