A man exercising in his kitchen to a virtual fitness class on a laptop

Community Exercise Program ‘Has Changed My Life Entirely’

It’s a blustery winter day and George Kokoros is getting ready for his workout. He’s not bundling up to exercise outside or driving to the gym, though. George only has to go as far as the laptop on his kitchen island to kick off his weekly fitness routine.

Community Exercise Program ‘Has Changed My Life Entirely’

A woman and a man hold hands as they enter South Shore Health Physical Therapy and Wellness

Rehab Patient Shares Remarkable Recovery: 'Every Day We Make Progress'

Raphael Campos is writing his own comeback story. South Shore Health is helping him do it.

Rehab Patient Shares Remarkable Recovery: 'Every Day We Make Progress'

Woman works out with weights in a pool class

Water Workouts Doing Wonders for Garrity

She’s only been taking the Aquatic Conditioning class for a few months, but Kathy Garrity says she’s already feeling stronger, more flexible and more energetic.

Water Workouts Doing Wonders for Garrity

Woman in an exercise class balances on one foot in a yoga pose

Wellness Reset: Tips for Getting Back into a Healthy Routine

The changing of the seasons can be a great time to make some changes in your wellness routine. Get advice on how to start (and stick with) something new.

Wellness Reset: Tips for Getting Back into a Healthy Routine

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Keeping Up With the Grandkids: Hip Replacement Surgeries Have Been a Game Changer for Hubbard

With 21 grandchildren to play with, Kathleen Hubbard decided it was time to do something about the arthritis pain in her hips. After successful hip replacement surgeries, Kathleen is back to an active, pain-free lifestyle.

Keeping Up With the Grandkids: Hip Replacement Surgeries Have Been a Game Changer for Hubbard

A close up view of two hands as a person holds one of their fingers due to finger pain.

Hand Tendon Injuries: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention

Your hands feature dozens of tendons that help you make a fist, grip objects, and more. Learn more about common tendon injuries and the available treatment options.

Hand Tendon Injuries: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention

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Pain-Free and Active Again, Hip Replacement Surgery ‘Has Allowed Me to Do It’

Despite the painful arthritis in his hips, David Payne wasn’t sure he should have hip replacement surgery. “At my age, I was wondering if I should get it done,” the Weymouth resident recalled. “But the doctor (orthopedic surgeon Michael Ayers, MD) recommended it.” And Payne is glad he did.

Pain-Free and Active Again, Hip Replacement Surgery ‘Has Allowed Me to Do It’

Rob Shirley, PT, DPT of South Shore Health demonstrates a shoulder stretch at the rehabilitation gym

Play Ball: Preparing Your Shoulder for Pitching this Spring

Baseball season is upon us on the South Shore! Whether you're a Little League coach or the starting pitcher for your high school team, baseball season...

Play Ball: Preparing Your Shoulder for Pitching this Spring

A young boy wearing a red uniform throws a pitch from the pitcher's mound at a youth baseball game

How Much is Too Much? Overuse Injuries in Youth Sports

Today's athletes are dedicated to their craft, often spending long hours training. However, it's important to avoid overdoing it - you don't want to be sidelined by an overuse injury!

How Much is Too Much? Overuse Injuries in Youth Sports