Jon Watson MD

09/11/2025

Remember. Never forget. #911

09/01/2025

Happy Labor Day! We hope you and your family enjoy your time off!

08/13/2025

Q&A: 8 common myths about back pain.

Back pain is more common than homeownership in the U.S. While about 65% of adults own a home, nearly 80% of adults will have back pain at some point. Despite how common this type of pain is, myths about it persist.

08/06/2025

10 types of exercise to try with arthritis of the knee.

Exercises for knee arthritis, such as leg lifts, can strengthen the muscles around the knee joint and help a person stay active. Swimming and elliptical training are also suitable options.

07/30/2025

How tennis takes a toll: The leg and foot injuries players need to watch out for.

Tennis demands explosive movement like lunges, pivots, sprints and sudden stops. Every serve starts with a push from the toes. Every rally shifts weight between the heel and forefoot. Unlike sports with linear movement, like sprinting, tennis places constant multi-directional stress on the feet and....

07/04/2025

Wishing you and your family a Happy Independence Day!

06/30/2025

Are Topical Anti-Inflammatory Creams Worth the Rub?

Chronic pain and inflammation can really take a toll on your physical and mental health. Oral nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen (Motrin®, Advil®) can help reduce pain and inflammation. But they also carry certain risks for cardiovascular and kidney issues, stroke, bleedi...

06/23/2025

Early, sustained physical therapy stems intraarticular injection in knee osteoarthritis.

Promptly starting physical therapy after a diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis, and attending 13 or more sessions, decreases the likelihood of subsequent intraarticular therapies, according to data published in Arthritis & Rheumatology.

06/17/2025

Exercises and stretches for hip pain.

Hip pain can have a range of causes, from minor injury to chronic inflammation. In many cases, gently exercising and stretching the hips can help relieve pain and restore mobility.

05/26/2025

This Memorial Day, we remember and honor those who gave their lives in service to our nation.

05/11/2025

Happy Mother’s Day!

05/06/2025

Understanding the Causes of Knee Pain on the Outer (Lateral) Part of Your Knee.

An injury or arthritis most likely causes pain outside the knee. A doctor can determine the cause based on your other symptoms and the results of imaging tests.