Send us a text In this episode of The Motion Lab, host Chuck Dowell, PA-C, is joined by Dr. Van Manen to explore how nutrition affects outcomes in joint replacement surgery. From managing blood sugar to increasing protein intake and debunking diet myths, they share practical advice for patients preparing for surgery. Topics include: Importance of pre-surgical nutrition planningHow diabetes and glucose control impact healingWhat to eat (and avoid) before and after surgerySupplements, hydration...
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Send us a text In this episode of The Motion Lab, host Chuck Dowell, PA-C, is joined by Dr. Van Manen to explore how nutrition affects outcomes in joint replacement surgery. From managing blood sugar to increasing protein intake and debunking diet myths, they share practical advice for patients preparing for surgery. Topics include: Importance of pre-surgical nutrition planningHow diabetes and glucose control impact healingWhat to eat (and avoid) before and after surgerySupplements, hydration...
From Play to Performance - How Youth Sports Shape Healthy Lives
The Motion Lab Podcast
15 minutes
7 months ago
From Play to Performance - How Youth Sports Shape Healthy Lives
In this episode of The Motion Lab, Physician Assistant Chuck Dowell sits down with youth fitness coach Laura Rennie to explore the critical role of movement in childhood development. From the physical and neurological benefits of early activity to the dangers of early sports specialization, they unpack why diverse, playful movement is key to long-term athletic ability and injury prevention. They also touch on the importance of fun, proper coaching, and teaching kids to listen to their bodies—...
The Motion Lab Podcast
Send us a text In this episode of The Motion Lab, host Chuck Dowell, PA-C, is joined by Dr. Van Manen to explore how nutrition affects outcomes in joint replacement surgery. From managing blood sugar to increasing protein intake and debunking diet myths, they share practical advice for patients preparing for surgery. Topics include: Importance of pre-surgical nutrition planningHow diabetes and glucose control impact healingWhat to eat (and avoid) before and after surgerySupplements, hydration...
