Before you ramp up activity this May, Dr. Brian J. Cole MD, MBA shares a joint health checklist to help you assess mobility, injury history, and stability — so you can train smarter and stay injury-free.
Dr. Brian J. Cole MD, MBA breaks down the elbow-shoulder connection in baseball pitchers — explaining how shoulder fatigue leads to UCL tears, why arm slot changes signal injury risk, and what it takes to stay durable season after season.
Train smarter, not just harder. Dr. Brian J. Cole explains how sports performance and recovery assessments help athletes prevent injuries, correct movement patterns, and optimize performance.
Female athletes are 2–8x more likely to tear their ACL. Dr. Brian J. Cole explains how early movement training and neuromuscular programs can reduce ACL injury risk in young girls.
Can gut health affect injury recovery? Dr. Brian J. Cole explores how the gut microbiome influences inflammation, bone density, and healing after orthopedic injuries.
Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA explains why youth sports should emphasize development, teamwork, and lifelong health rather than pursuing professional careers.
Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA reviews the science behind topical magnesium, explaining its role in muscle recovery, limitations, and evidence-based alternatives for athletes.
Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA breaks down research from the Copenhagen City Heart Study showing how tennis and other sports are associated with increased life expectancy and long-term health benefits.
Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA explains how daily physical activity supports brain development and emotional regulation in children, and why regular movement may reduce the risk of anxiety and depression later in life.
Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA explores how advances in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine are helping Winter Olympians overcome ACL tears, fractures, and joint injuries to return to elite competition at the 2026 Games.
Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA explains why proper hydration is essential for athletic performance, recovery, and injury prevention, and how choosing the right fluids can support strength, endurance, and focus.
Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA shares practical, sports medicine–backed tips to help skiers prevent common injuries, warm up properly, and stay strong and safe throughout ski season.