Staying Safe During CrossFit
What Is CrossFit: “Increased work capacity across broad time and modal domains” (CrossFit, 2018). CrossFit, a community-based fitness regimen and competitive sport, was created… Read More »Staying Safe During CrossFit
Musculoskeletal Injuries
Epicondylitis
Introduction Repetitive movements of the arms can cause damage to tendons which results in elbow pain. Tendons are bands that connect muscles to the bone.… Read More »Epicondylitis
The Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis (SCFE)
What is a SCFE? The Slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE, pronounced “skif-ee”) occurs when the femoral head slips off the neck of bone at the… Read More »The Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis (SCFE)
Gait analysis: Preventing Running Injuries
Running is a great activity for cardiovascular exercise and stress relief. It can also be a source of pain and injury. These injuries most frequently… Read More »Gait analysis: Preventing Running Injuries
Sacroiliac Joint Pain
Low back pain is one of the most common conditions impacting people around the world. Surveys indicate that at least 40-60% of adults have experienced… Read More »Sacroiliac Joint Pain
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
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
Biologics and regenerative medicine as a form of treatment for the “master’s athlete”
Sports medicine societies, cardiologists and primary care physicians have recommended regular aerobic exercise for years with the rise of the obesity epidemic. At the same… Read More »Biologics and regenerative medicine as a form of treatment for the “master’s athlete”
