sports medicine
Detroit track coaches save student-athlete who suffered cardiac arrest
Two Detroit track coaches' quick thinking helped save a student-athlete who was suffering a cardiac arrest. On March 12, a 14-year-old student-athlete was warming up during a track practice at Allen Park High School when... more »
UTEP sports medicine team plays crucial role in program
You can't underestimate the importance of a sports medicine team to an athletic program's success. Just ask the University of Texas-El Paso (UTEP) athletics department. Director of Sports Medicine Andrew Ure has served in the... more »
Massachusetts high school adds unified strength and conditioning team
A Massachusetts high school has expanded its unified sports offering with the addition of a strength and conditioning team. Wareham High School unveiled the unified strength and conditioning team coached by the school's occupational therapist,... more »
Study suggests preventable cardiac deaths during marathons are down
While more people than ever are running marathons in the U.S., the risk of dying from a heart attack during a run has fallen dramatically in recent years. That's a key conclusion from a new... more »
Study suggests cardiorespiratory fitness lowers dementia risk
A study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that high cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) is linked to better cognitive performance and a lower long-term risk of dementia, even among individuals with a genetic... more »
Study suggests racial disparities in cardiac arrest survival rates
The overall survival rate of athletes who suffer sudden cardiac arrest has improved over the past decade, but the likelihood of surviving varies by race, where the cardiac arrest occurred and what athletes were doing... more »
Establishing correct exercise technique
When an individual begins their fitness journey and begins to implement weightlifting in their quest for bigger muscles, athleticism, or general health, one recurring topic vocalized is to use correct technique by utilizing a full... more »
Detroit Mercy offers two new sports medicine programs
University of Detroit Mercy (UDM) recently added two new bachelor’s degree programs to its College of Health Professions (CHP), giving students who want a career in health care even more options. Beginning in the fall... more »
Reasons to choose UNK’s Master of Athletic Training program
Did you know March is National Athletic Training Month? It’s the perfect time to shine a spotlight on the professionals who keep athletes performing at their best, and the programs that train them. At the... more »
NBA player suspended 25 games after confusing Tramadol for Toradol
Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis was hit with a 25-game suspension after testing positive for Tramadol. Portis, however, claims he was mistakenly given the drug banned by the NBA after being told it was the... more »
Strength & conditioning considerations for the multisport athlete
Designing training programs for athletes who compete in multiple sports throughout the year is a little more complicated than the individual athlete who may only play a single sport. The ability to train the multisport... more »
Q&ATC with GATA president Andy Grubbs
Andy Grubbs, MEd, ATC, LAT, joined the Hughston Foundation as Director of Athletic Training in June 2010. His primary responsibility has been the oversight of the 18 graduate assistant athletic trainers who provide medical care... more »
In-season strength training for basketball athletes
As a collegiate strength and conditioning professional for close to 30 years at the Division-I level of intercollegiate athletics, the in-season part of your training year is the most important time of your year. As... more »
Study: Brain cells may mimic muscle signaling to enhance memory and learning
Our biceps and our brain cells may have more in common than previously thought. New research led by the Lippincott-Schwartz Lab shows that a network of subcellular structures similar to those responsible for propagating molecular signals that... more »
Pros and cons of cold water immersion
A cold plunge or cold water immersion involves partially or totally submerging yourself in cold water for a few minutes at a time. It can be as simple as sitting in a bathtub filled with... more »
Alabama A&M psychologist works with athletes’ mental strength
Dr. Carlquista Slay is a two-time alumnus of Alabama A&M. She received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology in 2006 and her Master of Science Degree in Counseling Psychology in 2010. With only two... more »
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 »
Study on elite hockey players and concussions, depressive symptoms
Elite ice hockey players with a history of concussion report heightened mental health symptoms, according to a new study from Lund University in Sweden. In addition, one in five female hockey players suffered symptoms of... more »
Study suggests depression and concussions can amplify symptoms of each
A study led by researchers at the Penn State Department of Kinesiology demonstrated that the co-occurrence of depression and concussion was associated with significantly worse symptoms for both conditions. Additionally, the researchers found that electrical signals in the... more »
Study suggests physical fitness from childhood to adolescence associated with better mental health
A recent Finnish study has found that good physical fitness from childhood to adolescence is linked to better mental health in adolescence. These results are significant and timely, as mental health problems are currently a... more »
Study suggests regular light exercise can help with PTSD
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a common mental disorder caused by severe stress. Recent research suggests that exercise can help prevent and treat PTSD. However, the specific effects of light-intensity exercise (LIE) on PTSD symptoms... more »
UAB holds discussion on sudden cardiac arrest best practices
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is the sudden loss of all heart activity due to an irregular heart rhythm. Breathing stops. The person becomes unconscious. Without immediate treatment, sudden cardiac arrest can lead to death. Emergency... more »
High school football player’s life saved with AED
A Minnesota high school football player had his life saved with an AED after collapsing during a recent football practice. Sixteen-year-old Keegan Hawke had suffered a sudden cardiac arrest during practice for his Stillwater High... more »
