HealthLinks March/April 2024

8 | HealthLinksSC.com 16 | FORE! WATCH THAT GOLF SWING For many people, a bad day on the course beats a good day at the office. But the modern golf swing can cause nagging aches and pains that can worsen over time if left untreated. 20 | PHYSICAL THERAPY BOOM For the next 10 years, physical therapists will be at the edge of a rehabilitative boom; they are already feeling the pressure to meet demands for their services. 26 | SUPERSTAR CHEFS’ COOKING TIPS Mike Lata, Lauren Furey and Amethyst Ganaway offer tips for cooking light and lean without losing impressive flavors. 34 | MISINFORMATION AND MENTAL HEALTH Name the day and there is a new trend blowing up social media. Some of the trending information is positive; however, much of the advice, especially about mental health, can cause more harm than good. 39 | BEYOND TREADMILLS AND DUMBBELLS A new breed of fitness classes is reshaping exercise routines and creating a sense of community while sculpting bodies, building stamina and offering lots of joy along the way. 44 | WEARABLES EASE PAIN New advances in wearable health care devices, applications technology and minimally invasive medical treatments are helping people cope with chronic pain. 48 | MIGHTY MAGNESIUM HYPE Magnesium provides many benefits, including regulating mood, lowering stress and promoting relaxation. Yet, close to 65% of Americans have low magnesium levels because of their diet. 52 | ALIGNMENT MATTERS The growing use of cell phones for social media, texting or work purposes has led to a great increase in forward head posture and back woes. There are techniques for maintaining better posture and keeping your back aligned. Issue 13.2 MARCH/APRIL 2024 MAGAZINE FEATURES

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