Now more than ever, it’s important to pay attention to your body. As flu season and the COVID-19 pandemic continue to affect our daily lives, we need to understand when it’s time to seek immediate medical care. One of the most distinct symptoms of the flu is a painful body ache. For many, muscles feel … Continued
Approximately 75 percent of Americans are chronically dehydrated. This type of mild dehydration can lead to thirst, dark yellow urine, headache or even muscle cramps. If you experience any of these early warning signs, it’s important to replenish your fluids by drinking plenty of water to avoid more serious symptoms. Moderate to severe dehydration often … Continued
ATV riding is a dirty, rough, no holds barred sport. It’s an adrenaline fix for the most extreme junkies. In a sport as fast-paced and dangerous as motocross, it’s not a question of “if” you crash – it’s “when.” Injuries sustained at high speeds have life-altering consequences. Recovering from an ATV injury is a process. … Continued
Between 1.7 and 3 million concussions occur every year, whether it’s because someone has been participating in sports or other recreational activities. Concussions can leave you feeling a host of symptoms and lead you to wonder how to treat a concussion? That’s the question that we’re here to answer. Before you’ve finished reading this brief … Continued
Should you get an X-ray for that injured ankle? Why does your doctor suggest an X-ray if you’re having lung trouble? And should you get an X-ray, a CT scan, or an MRI? Read on to learn X-ray facts that answer 4 questions about X-rays. 1. How Do X-Rays Work? X-rays are a type of … Continued
2 million people suffer from ankle injuries a year. Among them, 400,000 come from sports injuries. Given that sports are the expected place for injuries, that means most of them are unexpected. Running, walking, and jumping are risks for sprained or broken ankles. Given that feet house 26 bones and 107 ligaments, it can be hard to know the difference. Their differences depend … Continued
“No pain, no gain” is a common saying that is thrown around fitness communities often to promote pushing through the pain that comes with exercise. However, it’s important to understand the difference between pushing through the pain and further injuring yourself. In fact, recent studies have shown that the most common cause of injuries in fitness … Continued
When you have an urgent healthcare concern, you need two things: Quality, completely capable medical care Accessibility (walk-ins, convenient hours, open weekends, etc.) At Amory Urgent Care, we’re making our excellent care even more convenient for you. Simply by visiting our Home page, you can: See your wait time and your place in the queue … Continued
Do you think you’ll require some type of imaging equipment to solve a medical issue you’re experiencing? Are you’re also trying to do some extra research about which imaging is the better option for your issue? There is no need to continue searching the web because here we are going to provide you with all of … Continued
The pain can be so intense you almost can’t walk—trip after trip to the bathroom with no relief in sight. You might be experiencing the painful side effects of a bladder infection. Urinary tract infections or UTI’s can manifest as bladder infections. They affect more than 150 million people each year, and when left untreated, … Continued