By ANNETTE ZAHAROFF, MD, Active Living Council Chair The Mayor’s Fitness Council held its first ever town hall-style meeting titled Speak Out For Healthy Living on June 17. The event was open to the public and was held during Free Tuesday hours at the Witte Museum. The event attracted over 70 participants throughout the two… Continue Reading
Local Adaptation of the National Physical Activity Plan: Creation of the Active Living Plan for a Healthier San Antonio Laura A. Esparza, Katherine S. Velasquez, and Annette M. Zaharoff Click here to view full article.
TIPS FOR TREATING COMMON INJURIES By Annette M. Zaharoff, MD (2/1/04) Exercise is an important component in maintaining and improving your physical fitness level. Feeling good from your exercise program is important but often becomes difficult if an injury occurs. Exercising with an injury may lead to worsening of your original problem and a longer… Continue Reading
Tennis Elbow Proper treatment can get you on the court again By Annette M. Zaharoff, MD Many people who play sports such as tennis, racquetball, and golf can develop elbow pain. “Tennis elbow” is really an injury to the tendon or epicondyle (attachment site of the tendon to the bone). Anyone who uses their forearm… Continue Reading