Ankle sprains are a common occurrence among athletes in all sports. Whether going up to catch a football, heading a soccer ball or dunking a basketball there always exists a …
Prevention
Autumn is in full swing, which means race season for all you runners. The crisp mornings, fall foliage, and the promise of a hot cup of apple cider post run …
For 7 months out of the year, we all get to enjoy America’s favorite pastime…baseball of course! As of now, we are a little more than halfway through the season. …
It’s that time of year again, and it’s my favorite time of year at that! It’s baseball season and for the next few months the boys of summer will be …
With the increasing intensity of competitive sports these days, it is important to recognize the different types of heat illness, their signs and symptoms, and preventative measures that can be …
Salter Harris Type II Fracture Salter-Harris Fractures occur when the epiphyseal plate, commonly known as a growth plate, fractures. Typically these fractures occur in children ages 10-15, this is when …
The foam roller, like traditional stretching, is a great tool for lengthening and elongating muscles. Its benefits are great for all athletes but most especially runners who often suffer from …
There are many situations that can result in a sports-related injury and being aware of these risk factors goes a long way in preventing them. A sneak peek into the …
The concept of shoulder impingement syndrome was first attributed to Charles Neer when he published a paper in 1972. However, the term shoulder impingement itself now belongs to a group …
One of the hot trends right now in the fitness world are HIIT workouts. These are great because you get the aerobic and metabolic benefits without the time and equipment …