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As we continue to experience great weather here in the Upstate many of us are increasing our activity. With that in mind, this month we are focusing on an extremely popular recreational activity (cycling); as well as a common lower extremity issue that affects many of us. Included in the information you will find common overuse injuries associated with cycling as well as tips on how to reduce these. Also, covered will be signs, symptoms and
treatment recommendations for plantar fasciitis. We hope you find this information helpful and informative as you strive to be a Game Changer. For more information please contact us.
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CONTEST OF THE MONTH
Each month you have the opportunity to win great prizes. It's easy, just visit our website and register to win! This month you have two options.
2 tickets to a
Greenville Drive Baseball Game in June or July
or
2 tickets to the
2012 Men's Collegiate Lacrosse Association
Semi-Finals (May 17) and Finals (May 19)
Winners will be randomly selected on May 21.
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Injuries in Cycling
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Due to the hard surfaces and speeds reached while cycling, injuries can fall along a very broad range from overuse injuries such as minor aches and pains to traumatic injuries involving the head and neck areas. Of course, seek immediate medical attention for serious traumatic injuries like concussions or broken bones.
One common traumatic injury occurring during cycling is road rash (pictured at left). The cuts and abrasions of road rash need to be kept clean, moist and covered to heal properly.
Overuse injuries can occur by doing too much too soon. Give your body time to adapt by gradually building up your riding time and intensity. A properly fitted bicycle optimized your riding position helping to reduce stress to certain parts of the body and preventing overuse injury. View the common fit related injuries and their possible solutions in our article Injuries in Cycling on our website.
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Painful Heel Syndrome - Plantar Fasciitis
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A common cause of heel and foot pain can be related to the inflammation of the fibrous tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot. This tissue, called the plantar fascia, extends from the heel to the base of each toe supporting the arch of the foot. Plantar Fasciitis pain is typically located at the heel and bottom of the foot as shown on the image at below. It may be more intense after long periods of rest such as your first step out of bed in the morning.
Faulty bio-mechanics, tight lower leg muscles, obesity, degeneration of the plantar fascia or being on your feet too long during the day can be common causes of this syndrome. Pain relief can 
be provided through the use of NSAIDs (Ibuprofen) and ice massages using a frozen water bottle reducing the inflammation of this syndrome. Limiting activities, stretching the plantar fascia along with the lower leg muscles, reducing body fat and wearing a night splint can help treat and prevent future injury.
Also watch our video by Dr. Weatherby.
More on Plantar Fasciitis
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News & Events
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May 2
SafeKids Night at the Drive
(Fluor Field)
May 4
GHS Swamp Rabbit 5k
(Travelers Rest)
May 5, 12, 19
YMCA Soccer
(GHS Family, Caine Halter, Eastside, George I. Theisen)
May 14-19
BMW Charity Pro Am
(Greenville Country Club's Chanticleer)
May 14-15
MCLA National Championships
Men's Collegiate Lacrosse Association
(Wenwood Soccer Complex)
May 17 & 19
MCLA National Championships
Men's Collegiate Lacrosse Association
(Sirrine Stadium)
May 26-27
Gallabrae
Formerly Scottish Games
(Furman)
Osteoporosis Awareness Month
Do you think you are too young to worry about Osteoporosis? May is Osteoporosis Awareness month and we would like you to join us to learn the truth behind the top 10 myths of Osteoporosis. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and speak with our Osteoporosis Coordinator, Laura Boineau, FNP. Attendees who complete a screening questionnaire will be entered into a drawing to win a $100 Target gift card.
View session dates, times and locations,
click here.
If you are unable to attend any of the events, but would still like to enter the drawing,
click here.
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