Sports Medicine


Understanding sport specialization injury risks in young athletes

Sport specialization refers to the practice of focusing on a single sport at the expense of others, often starting at a young age. While this trend has gained popularity, particularly among young athletes aiming for... more »

The effect of HIFT on performance and body composition

High-Intensity Functional Training (HIFT) has gained popularity as an effective workout regimen combining strength training and cardiovascular conditioning elements. This training method improves overall fitness by incorporating functional movements that mimic everyday activities. Recent research... more »


Study suggests electrical stimulation boosts strength and mass

Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES), or electrical muscle stimulation for short, uses electrical currents to contract muscles. The stimulation devices are easy to use and widely available on the market, according to Sudip Bajpeyi, Ph.D., a... more »

Sports surgeons for elite athletes may not have enough legal coverage

Orthopedic sports medicine surgeons may not have sufficient legal coverage to care for large portions of athletes in the NFL, MLB, and NHL. Lack of coverage may expose physicians to malpractice liabilities.“Recent public medical malpractice litigation has... more »

Pennsylvania ATC filmed male students in showers

A former Pennsylvania high school athletic trainer has been charged with filming male student-athletes in locker rooms and bathrooms, according to state police. Pennsylvania State Police announced the arrest of Samuel Fischer, 34, who is... more »


Study links physical exercise to a lower cancer mortality rate

A recent study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine sought to discover a link between exercise and stopping cancer progression. The study explored how physical activity levels before a cancer diagnosis affected cancer... more »

Walking can add years to your life, study says

A recent study found that walking can add as much as 11 years onto your life. The problem is, however, many Americans don't get enough daily exercise. Only 26% of men, 19% of women, and... more »


Two new studies yield insights into hamstring injury and prevention

Hamstring injuries affect athletes across the globe, accounting for 10% of all injuries in field-based sports. Despite their frequency, the mechanisms behind these injuries and effective prevention strategies remain unclear. Findings from two recent studies... more »

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