Mountainside Medical Blog

We know that taking care of our bones is important, but have you thought about what it takes to keep your joints strong? The cartilage that cushions our joints wears away over time from friction and the weight they carry...

You already know the importance of bone health, but have you thought about what it takes to keep your joints strong? The cartilage that cushions our joints wears away over time from friction and the weight they carry and move....

Knee pain is the most common musculoskeletal complaint that brings people to the doctor. In today's increasingly active society, the number of knee problems is also increasing. Knee pain has a wide variety of specific causes and treatments that depend...

Have you ever noticed how much better you feel when you are around your pet? Your mood is lifted, your stress is down, and your anxieties are temporarily tamed. It's true. Spending quality time with your pet can have a...

Running. It's a high energy, cardio based workout that helps your body in numerous ways. Some people run as exercise, some run for fun, some run for stress management, and others run professionally. Whatever your reason is, it is still...

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and today, we will be discussing this, in hopes to bring awareness regarding this horrific disease.  Each year, more than 15,000 children and teenagers are diagnosed with cancer - that equates to approximately 42...