At Warner Orthopedics & Wellness, we have recently started offering medical marijuana recommendations in our clinic for certain conditions. Dr. Meredith Warner is certified to recommend those whom she believes could benefit from this powerful, plant-based method of pain relief. Medical marijuana has a variety of therapeutic uses – and few side effects. So while […]
Alpha-lipoic acid is a powerful supplement you can use to help prevent oxidative stress. It has the ability to scavenge free radicals in a very efficient manner and also enhances the production of glutathione. Glutathione is one of the main antioxidants your body naturally produces. ALA also has been proven to chelate, or bind, to […]
The potential therapeutic benefits of medical marijuana have been studied and debated for decades. Recent studies report that medical cannabis may have benefits for several severe conditions. In fact, the FDA has approved several medications to help control nausea that use THC in their formulations. There is certainly a dearth of good peer-reviewed studies as […]
Medical marijuana has recently become a buzzword in the wellness world. For decades, its use has been studied, debated, and is starting to be recognized as a safe, therapeutic plant-based method of relieving pain and reducing symptoms of some degenerative neurological conditions. The potential medicinal properties of marijuana and its chemical components have been central […]
Muscle cramps are painful, involuntary contractions of a muscle, part of a muscle, or even a group of muscles. These contractures are normally very brief but can be uncomfortable, especially if they are long-lasting or wake you up from sleep. There is no one cause of muscle cramps, but there are a few factors that […]
Your shoulder is more than just one joint. It’s actually comprised of several joints, tendons, and muscles to allow for a wide range of motion in the arm. Most of us take this complex network for granted – until we encounter pain, stiffness, or immobility when trying to move the joint. We are experts in […]
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common culprits behind heel pain. It can impact people of all ages and abilities – but is most common in those who run for exercise or are on their feet a lot for work. Research shows that strengthening and stretching exercises are highly effective for both reducing plantar […]
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. Plantar fasciitis is the technical term for inflammation of the thick band of tissue (fascia) that runs across the bottom of your foot. This is what connects your heel to your toe, and assists in supporting the arch. If you’re experiencing pain in […]
What Are Tart Cherries? Tart cherries are different from the sweet cherries you’re probably thinking of. The tart cherry tree is one of about 30 species of trees in the Prunus genus. The Prunus cerasus is of the rose family (Rosaceae). The sour cherry, or tart cherry, is a small tree that rarely grows higher […]
Charcot’s foot is one of the more worrying complications of those with diabetic neuropathy. This is a rare but serious complication that may eventually lead to amputation if untreated. Charcot’s foot affects the bones, joints, and soft tissues of the foot and ankle. Over time, the bones in the foot can break, the joints can […]
