Alex Currie, Author at Healthpointe

About Alex Currie

Alex Currie is a medical reviewer and content creator at Healthpointe. View all posts by Alex Currie →

8 Nov , 2024

Photo of two older people, one in gray comfortable clothing, and one in blue, stretching with their arms above their heads, leaning to the side, in front a leafy green background.

Stretching to the Limit: Static versus Dynamic Stretching

Stretching is an integral part of fitness and our overall well-being, yet it often takes a back seat in many workout routines. Understanding the benefits of stretching, especially the differences between static and dynamic stretching, can transfor...

31 Oct , 2024

The Science Behind Adrenaline and Fear: How They Affect the Body Physically

Alex Currie

Hot Topics

Fear is a universal emotion that everyone experiences at some point in life. Whether it’s the jolt you feel before a public speech or the heart-pounding reaction to a near car accident, fear triggers a powerful response in the body. At the heart of...

7 Jun , 2024

New Provider Dr. Sean Gao Joins Healthpointe

Alex Currie

Press Release

[LA MIRADA, CALIFORNIA JUNE 2024] — In an ambitious leap forward for our community’s health, Dr. Sean Li Gao has officially joined the Healthpointe team as a new provider, promising to bring innovative, patient-centered care to the residents of Sou...

1 Sep , 2023

Can Texting Cause Arthritis? The Truth Behind the Myth

Alex Currie

Uncategorized

As our dependence on cell phones and other handheld devices increases, so does the worry about the potential harm caused by excessive use. One of the most popular concerns is whether texting can cause arthritis. While there are many myths and rumo...

31 Aug , 2023

Burn, Baby, Burn: The Best of the Baddest Burns to Ruin Summer

Alex Currie

Dermatology

The Fourth of July may be over, but some things just don’t lose their fizzle. The summer is synonymous with hitting the beach with friends, riding an ATV in the dunes of the desert, or going for a hike through a beautiful hillside. Summer is here,...

18 Jul , 2023

Steer Clear of Summer Injuries With These Injury Prevention Tips

Alex Currie

Sports Medicine, summer injuries Functional Restoration

Summer is finally here, and it's the perfect time to enjoy outdoor activities, like swimming, hiking, and cycling. However, it's also a season where injuries can happen more easily. The heat, dehydration, and increased physical activity all contri...

30 Jun , 2023

A close up image of a basketball, a football, tennis rackets, tennis balls, and a soccer ball, representing the world of sports

LGBT Athletes Who Changed the World of Sports

Alex Currie

athletes, lgbt, world of sports Sports Medicine

The world we live in today is more accepting and appreciative of the LGBTQIA+ community than ever before, but it wasn't always that way. For decades, the world of sports was considered to be almost exclusively heterosexual, and coming ou...

28 Jun , 2023

A close up image of a stethoscope on a rainbow flag to represent LGBT medical professionals

Celebrating the Legacy of 5 LGBT Medical Professionals

Alex Currie

lgbt, lgbt medical professionals Community, Uncategorized

June is the most important time for the LGBTQ+ community, as it marks Pride Month. This is a time where we not only celebrate the diverse and rich history of the LGTBQ+ community, but also honor the trailblazers who have fought for recognition . I...

10 Feb , 2023

chiropractor providing care on a patient

Five Reasons to Consider Chiropractic Care for Your Injury

Alex Currie

chiropractic care Chiropractic

When you’re injured, the first thing you want is relief. The second thing you want is for that relief to be long lasting — preferably without any negative side effects. That’s where chiropractic care comes in. Here are five reasons to consider th...

18 Jan , 2023

How to Avoid Shoulder Injuries at Work

Alex Currie

Healthpointe, shoulder injury, workplace injuries Occupational Medicine

Your shoulder is comprised of three bones... your collarbone, your shoulder blade, and the humerus, the bone that makes up your upper arm. These bones are held together by muscles, tendons, and ligaments, which allow for a wide range of motion i...

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