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  Is Arthroscopic Knee Surgery Worth the Process?

  The knee is a complex joint, often considered the most complex in the human body. It also bears the body’s weight and wears out relatively quickly. It is no wonder that a quarter of people suffer from degenerative knee disease after the age of 50. Arthroscopic knee surgery is a common option for the mitigation […]

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  The Role of Vitamin D in Autoimmunity Treatment

  Vitamin D is well understood to be vital in bone formulation and maintaining bodily calcium homeostasis. A growing body of research indicates a definite link role for vitamin D in autoimmunity prevention as well. This simple supplement may be key in preventing and treating autoimmune diseases. Understanding Vitamin D  Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin […]

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  The Dos and Don’ts of Proper Posture

  Proper Posture Having proper posture throughout your day is essential not only for your health today but also for your future. Unfortunately, many people have developed poor posture habits over the years. At Utah Sports and Wellness in Millcreek, we can help correct bad posture and get you feeling great again! However, correcting even small […]

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  Smartphone Slouching: Is Your Head Weighing Down Your Spine?

  In the age of cell phones, Kindles, and iPads, we are no stranger to warnings about spending too much time with our tech. While we know these are beneficial tools, using them at the neglect of proper posture can do significant physiological damage. “Smartphone slouching” is not just an alliterative term for avoiding talking to […]

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  The Pathology of CTE in Retired Soccer Players

  Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is classified as progressive brain degeneration apparently caused by repeated head trauma or multiple occasions of concussion. An increasingly studied pathology, CTE is common in athletes who experience cranial damage, e.g. players of American football, rugby, ice hockey, wrestling, mixed martial arts, and soccer. The world’s most popular sport, soccer is […]

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  Consumption of Ultra-Processed Foods and Cancer Risk

  This week from Dr. Cerami and Utah Sports and Wellness From: British Medical Journal, February 2018 Quick Summary: This study was the first to evaluate the association between the consumption of ultra-processed food products and the incidence of cancer, specifically breast, prostate and colorectal cancer. The authors calculated the percentage of the participant’s diet that was […]

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