Running can improve your blood pressure. Dr. N. Michael Baddar, Medical Director for In and Out Express Care, once told me “the lower your blood pressure, the longer you will live.” This was the first time I had heard this and I was intrigued. Being physically inactive is linked to high blood pressure. Persistent high […]
Month: September 2018
What to Do About Ear Infections
Ear infections are a common problem seen in urgent care clinics. But how do you know if it warrants medical attention or if it can be treated at home? Two Types of Ear Infections There are two common types of ear infections. The first is often called swimmer’s ear. It is caused by water becoming […]
NSAID Use and Rhabdomyolysis in Endurance Athletes
When I competed in the Chattanooga Ironman in 2014, I did so in opposition to my doctor. I was recovering from an IT band release operation that got infected with MRSA. In addition to this, I reinjured my knee while running speed intervals on the track. An MRI revealed that I had a bone bruise […]
