Piriformis Syndrome
What is piriformis syndrome? Piriformis syndrome is caused by impingement of a large nerve called the sciatic nerve as it traverses under the piriformis muscle.… Read More »Piriformis Syndrome
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Shoulder Injuries in Water Polo
Many sport enthusiasts consider water polo to be much like rugby in a swimming pool. Water polo combines swimming and throwing while simultaneously involving high… Read More »Shoulder Injuries in Water Polo
Common Injuries in High School Football Linemen
Not only is football perhaps the most popular high school sport in the country every fall, but it is one of the highest risk of… Read More »Common Injuries in High School Football Linemen
Back Pain: Spondylosis, Spondylolysis, and Spondylolisthesis
Back pain is a common complaint in people of all ages. Whether it be due to old age, athletics, or a random accident, back pain… Read More »Back Pain: Spondylosis, Spondylolysis, and Spondylolisthesis
The Importance of Baseline Testing Vision
Dr. Tanya Polec, a neuro-optometrist, recently wrote about the importance of baseline screening for concussions. Dr. Polec has first-hand experience with concussions. In third grade,… Read More »The Importance of Baseline Testing Vision
Osteochondritis Dissecans
What is Osteochondritis Dissecans? Osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) is a pathologic process that affects the subchondral bone that then secondarily affects the overlying articular cartilage and… Read More »Osteochondritis Dissecans
The Realms of Concussion
It’s National Concussion Awareness Day! Below are the five realms of concussion symptoms, the various tests we run at SPARCC to evaluate for them, and… Read More »The Realms of Concussion
Multiple Head Injuries and Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)
Multiple Head Injuries and Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE): When do I need to worry about long-term complications of recurrent concussions? There is currently no evidence… Read More »Multiple Head Injuries and Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)
Concussions and Sleep
Sleep disturbances are a very common complaint seen with concussions in both the adult and pediatric populations. Headaches and dizziness are also common symptoms with… Read More »Concussions and Sleep
Gait analysis: Preventing Running Injuries
What is Gait Analysis? Running is a great activity for cardiovascular exercise and stress relief, and is even better because all you need are a… Read More »Gait analysis: Preventing Running Injuries
