Injury Rehabilitation
Considerations for ankle bracing
When an athlete injures an ankle, it is usually either a fracture of one of the bones or a sprain – which there are three distinct types – Grade 1,2, or 3 of any ligaments... more »
Nutritional considerations for concussion recovery
Many injuries can sideline athletes. Proper rest, rehabilitation, and nutrition all play a factor in recovery no matter the injury. And for concussions, nutrition may have a bigger role than meets the eye. Understanding both... more »
Using Gua Sha to enhance athletic performance
Tom Brady was able to play professional football until he was 45. One of his training secrets is to sculpt his body using pliability and flexibility. When he was 26, he had an elbow injury... more »
KU Well-Fit Center for Youth Wellness and Fitness will take STEM approach
The Achievement & Assessment Institute (AAI) has announced the opening of Well-Fit|Center for Youth Wellness and Fitness. The center is based on the principle that youths should be provided knowledge and skills through STEM learning... more »
UR Medicine treating growing demand for Tommy John surgery
Tommy John surgery is gaining more popularity, but experts suggest it’s not always easy to bounce back from. Connor Osier is a senior pitcher for Greece Athena High School. He’s committed to playing college baseball... more »
Evaluating and preventing MCL injuries in athletes
The knee is one of the most frequently injured joints in the body, primarily because it has poor bony stability and relies on ligaments and muscles for its stability. Because the knee is situated between... more »
Keeping the shoulder healthy
The importance of normal shoulder function is generally unappreciated until routine daily activities become difficult to perform. Has your star pitcher ever indicated having felt something give in the shoulder while pitching in a game... more »
Youth-specific strength training methods
Strength training can provide a plethora of positive benefits to our youth as long as they are interested in strength training and the program that is directed for the adolescent is properly supervised preferably through... more »
