by David Schechter MD | Aug 15, 2023 | Health
The Sprained Ankle “I sprained my ankle… or did I break it?” Last week I saw a patient who had a chip fracture of his ankle, at the inner or medial malleolus bone. I had to put him in an ankle walker (boot) device. He needed his crutches adjusted, as well. But...
by David Schechter MD | Aug 10, 2023 | Health
“My shoulder aches, I think it’s the rotator cuff”. I hear this a lot and sometimes it’s a correct self-diagnosis. The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint and stabilize our amazing, flexible, shoulders. These structures...
by David Schechter MD | Dec 2, 2020 | Health
Over the last month, I have co-led four sessions of a new TMS Healing Group on Tuesday evenings. The purpose of the group is to allow diagnosed TMS patients to interact with and benefit from the observations and insights of other patients as well as get input from a...
by David Schechter MD | Feb 13, 2019 | Health
What can you do this cold and flu season? Focus on Prevention: wash your hands before eating or before touching mouth or eyes. Get a flu shot. Stay hydrated. Travel as little as you can in airplanes; carry hand sanitizer with you on planes. What do you do if you get...
by David Schechter MD | Oct 17, 2017 | Health
Taking time off when you’re sick doesn’t mean missing your fitness goals Many people can find it tough to take a sick day when they’re in the middle of training. Dr. Schechter was recently interviewed by MapMyRun Blog about when it is safe to run...
