It’s summer! It’s hot! If you don’t take a few easy precautions while working or playing in the heat you could be headed for trouble. One of the biggest things to watch out for in the summer heat is heat illness. Continue reading “Beat the Heat”
According to an article published in the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, one in five runners will experience a yearly knee injury (‘Running Injuries to the Knee,’ Journal of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, vol. 3, pp. 309-318, 1995). Internet searches for the incidence rate of illiotibial band (ITB) syndrome reveals that this malady accounts for an approximate 12% of knee injuries in running. Therefore, if you are an avid runner, you have a very high chance of experiencing lateral (outside) knee pain at some point in your running life. Continue reading “Runner’s Knee/Illiotibial Band Syndrome”
The general population is overwhelmed with common injuries involving the musculoskeletal system, which consists of muscles, bones, joints and ligaments. These injuries can range from minor to severe, and people tend to underestimate minor joint and muscle injuries. Medical advice is often needed to determine the extent of injury and the best treatment program. A delay in the treatment of certain minor injuries can lead to permanent loss of function or can allow the area to be re-injured, causing more serious injuries. Continue reading “Learn to Recognize and Treat Common Injuries”
Treatment of sprains and strains is often accomplished with the “RICE” method. If you are unsure of the severity of your sprain or strain, consult your doctor before beginning any treatment or rehab. The following is an explanation of the RICE method of treatment for sprains and strains: Continue reading “RICE= Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation”
Generally, there are nine parts of your body that need strength training. These nine are listed as follows:
Continue reading “General Strength Training Guidelines for Healthy People”
In today’s athletic society our preadolescent and adolescent athletes are working out and training year round. Many professionals report that the results of these year-round conditioning and training regimens are bigger, faster, and stronger athletes. These results are not in question. However, the question isn’t fully answered. Our preadolescent and adolescent athletes are getting other results also… Continue reading “Off – Season Conditioning Program for Middle and High School Athletes”
Last spring I got caught up in the hoopla of today’s society and had my 11 year-old son play in 40 baseball games. Despite knowing the evidence that there is no way to predict athletic achievement in high school, college or professional by a child’s pre-adolescent athletic success, I felt extreme pressure from coaches and friends that if he did not play on these teams he would be left behind and lost in the shuffle. Continue reading “How Many Pitches Should My Son Throw”
Have you ever had that nagging pain in your back that just would not go away? Or if it did go away it came back again the next time you bent over to pick something up? You are not alone!!! Back pain is a very common problem. Nation-wide, back injuries are #1 in cost for worker’s compensation claims, #2 in sick time, and once the low back has been injured, it is 10 times more likely to be re-injured. Continue reading “Back In Action”
According to the American Counsel on Exercise, an eight-year study of 13,000 people showed that those who walked more than 30 minutes a day had a significantly lower risk of premature death than those who rarely exercised. Getting started on a walking program while staying warm and safe can be made easy. Don’t let cold temperatures stop you from experiencing the many benefits of walking. Continue reading “Don’t Let the Cold Spoil Your Walk”
You want me to get what kind of test?! Have you ever gone to the doctor’s office after getting injured and the doctor wanted to send you for some odd sounding test? What do those letters mean? Will it hurt? How long will it take? These may be some of the questions running through your mind. There are many kinds of diagnostic tests that doctors can use to help them make a proper diagnosis of an injury. These can range anywhere from an X-ray to a CT scan. The following gives a brief explanation of some of the more commonly used tests to diagnose musculo-skeletal injuries. Continue reading “Testing, Testing”