Zehr Center for Orthopaedics

05/30/2026

05/28/2026

Collagen levels drop as you age, so these foods support your skin and joint health.

Foods high in collagen support skin elasticity and joint health. Options include bone broth, chicken, and pork rinds, which provide essential amino acids.

05/26/2026

Surgical treatment for ACL injuries centers on keeping the tibia from moving too far forward under the femur bone and getting the knee functioning normally again. To reduce scarring inside the joint and to speed your recovery, most surgeons will prescribe several sessions of physical therapy before the surgery. This will also reduce swelling and ensure you can straighten the knee completely.

Surgical treatment for ACL injuries centers on limiting movement of the tibia and getting the knee functioning normally again.

05/22/2026

Paired with resistance training and regular activity, these foods will help keep your bones strong.

Bone density naturally decreases with age, but eating certain foods can help. Dietitians share the best foods for bone health for women over 50.

05/16/2026

Thank you to the men and women currently serving in our military services!

05/14/2026

Dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) findings suggest that electrical stimulation using a portable low-frequency device may improve bone health in premenopausal women, researchers have reported.

A portable electrical stimulation device increased bone mineral content and bone area over 10 weeks.

05/12/2026

Bone health is determined by a combination of factors. While there are several factors affecting our bone health over which we have no control — such as gender, size, and age, race and family history — there are a few simple steps we can each take to prevent or slow the inevitable bone loss that we experience as we grow older.

Include plenty of calcium in your diet. A diet low in calcium contributes to diminished bone density, early bone loss, and an increased risk of fractures. For adults ages 19 to 50 and men ages 51 to 70, the recommended dietary allowance (RDA) is 1,000 milligrams (mg) of calcium a day. The recommendation increases to 1,200 mg a day for women after age 50 and for men after age 70. Good sources of calcium include dairy products, almonds, broccoli, kale, canned salmon with bones, sardines, and soy products, such as tofu. If you find it difficult to get enough calcium from your diet, ask us about supplements.

Pay attention to vitamin D. Your body needs vitamin D to absorb calcium. For adults ages 19 to 70, the RDA of vitamin D is 600 international units (IUs) a day. The recommendation increases to 800 IUs a day for adults age 71 and older. Good sources of vitamin D include oily fish, such as tuna and sardines, egg yolks, and fortified milk. Sunlight also contributes to the body’s production of vitamin D. If you’re worried about getting enough vitamin D, ask us about supplements.

Include physical activity in your daily routine. Weight-bearing exercises, such as walking, jogging, tennis, and climbing stairs, can help you build strong bones and slow bone loss.

Avoid substance abuse. Research suggests that to***co use contributes to weak bones. Similarly, regularly having more than two alcoholic drinks a day increases the risk of osteoporosis, possibly because alcohol can interfere with the body’s ability to absorb calcium.

If you are experiencing joint pain, call us at 239-596-0100 to schedule a consultation with Southwest Florida’s leading orthopaedic surgeon.