Studies show that a sedentary lifestyle, characterized by long periods of sitting or lying down, can increase a person’s chances of heart disease — even among individuals who get the recommended amount of exercise each week. Alabama leads the nation in physical inactivity with 30.7 percent of adults in Alabama reporting no physical activity outside of work. Experts in the University of Alabama at Birmingham Division of Cardiovascular Disease say there are many steps people can take to minimize the impacts of a sedentary lifestyle on heart health.

UAB Hospital has once again earned international recognition, securing a place as Alabama's top-ranked hospital on Newsweek’s prestigious list of the World’s Best Hospitals 2026.

The UAB Amputee Clinic at Spain Rehabilitation Center is now the first clinic in Alabama, and one of few nationwide, to offer 3D-printed sockets for prostheses.

For many Americans, a new year means new fitness goals. According to survey data released by YouGov, Americans’ top New Year’s resolution is to exercise more, with 25% of respondents listed exercising and 21% improving physical health as their goal for 2026.

One month into the new year, many have committed to new active lifestyles. With consistent activity also come muscle development and the risk of injury. One surgeon from UAB Medicine offers tips on when to utilize hot or cold therapy in muscle recovery and ways to reduce the risk of injury.

Expertise provided by Dr. Amit Momaya, Orthopaedic Surgeon, UAB Medicine. Disclaimer: This expertise is shared based on a typical injury and not intended to diagnose or provide an outlook on Lindsey Vonn's situation.

Expertise provided by Dr. Michael Johnson, Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon, UAB Medicine. Disclaimer: This expertise is shared based on a typical injury and not intended to diagnose or provide an outlook on George Kittle’s situation.

People with newly acquired disabilities often face big challenges after returning home following a hospital stay and inpatient rehabilitation services. They and their care partners can benefit greatly from post-rehabilitation transition programs, but there’s an urgent need for these services in Alabama.

The UAB Orthopaedic Optimization Clinic was created to improve surgical outcomes for patients with complex medical needs by proactively addressing modifiable risk factors before surgery.

At the major league level, a pitcher’s arm can be worth tens of millions of dollars. Players, teams and Major League Baseball itself all have a vested interest in reducing season- and potentially career-ending arm injuries. Yet, according to a 2024 report by the league, tears to the ulnar collateral ligament, or UCL, have never been higher. In that report, the unprecedented speeds of today’s pitches, and their jaw-dropping spin and movement, are directly correlated with injury risk — specifically, risk for needing UCL reconstruction, the surgery made famous in 1974 by the Dodgers star Tommy John.

When it comes to finding the right wheelchair, no two patients are the same. Their needs can vary greatly depending on their condition, abilities, and lifestyle. And given the level of customization and technology available today, the options are virtually endless.

Being able to drive means freedom for many people, but that ability may be limited after certain injuries or medical conditions. The Driving and Community Mobility Program at UAB Spain Rehabilitation Center was created to address this. For patients affected by physical, sensory, or mental processing impairments, the program can improve their quality of life by helping them safely regain as much independence as possible.