Biomechanics and orthopedic surgery Biomechanics is the study of the mechanical laws and principles that apply to...
Sports Medicine Articles
Common Pickleball Injuries and Prevention Strategies
Pickleball injuries and prevention Pickleball, a lively hybrid of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, has rapidly...
The Truth About Bone Fracture Healing: Myths vs. Facts
Bone Fracture Healing: Myths vs. Facts Fracture healing is an intricate process that comes with its fair share of...
Sports Injuries in Children: When to See an Orthopedic Surgeon
sports injuries in children Sports are a great way for children to stay active, build self-esteem, and develop social...
ACL Sports Injury: Getting Back in the Game Faster
Your anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a strong band of tissue that connects your thigh bone to your shin bone and...
When do You Need to See an Orthopedic Doctor?
It can be difficult to know when it's time to see an orthopedic doctor. Is it just a small injury that will go away on...
Can an ACL Tear Heal on its Own?
An ACL tear can be a debilitating injury with potentially life-long consequences, if not treated properly and quickly....
6 Signs That You Might Have a Torn Muscle
It can be difficult to decide if you have a torn muscle immediately after the injury. After all, a sprain or strain to...
Heel Pain
Heel pain can be an odd thing to experience. It seems like such a simple structure compared to the rest of the foot,...
Achilles Tendon Injuries
Achilles Tendon injuries are commonly caused by a sudden movement that places a large amount of stress on the area....
RICE – Rest, Ice, Compression & Elevation
RICE - The fastest, safest and most effective way to reduce pain and inflammation. No matter what the cause,...
Sprained Ankle and Ankle Instability
A sprained ankle is an injury caused by a twist of the ankle, either inwards (inversion) or outwards (eversion). The...
Tennis Elbow / Golfers’ Elbow
Tennis and Golfers’ Elbow (also called lateral and medial epicondylitis) Tennis Elbow Lateral epicondylitis, commonly...
Cortisone Shots
Cortisone shots, otherwise known as steroid injections, are a low-cost, first-line treatment against joint pain. If...
What is Sports Medicine?
Most athletes don't think about what sports medicine is and what it entails in their daily routines. Engaging in...
Common Overuse Injuries
When you hear about "overuse injuries" in the body, the first thing people often assume is that it is something sports...
Diabetes and Sports Medicine
As a diabetic, one of the most stressed aspects of controlling your diabetes is the emphasis on exercise. Yet many...
R.I.C.E. Treatment Plan For Injured or Painful Joints
No matter what the cause, experiencing joint pain can make your everyday life much more difficult. Luckily, these...