Rachel Wise, Physical Therapist with Athletico and the Joffrey Ballet joins Dr. Brian Cole and Steve Kashul to discuss physical therapy for dancers. They discuss
Rachel Wise, Physical Therapist with Athletico and the Joffrey Ballet joins Dr. Brian Cole and Steve Kashul to discuss physical therapy for dancers. They discuss
Maria Kronk, Clinical Director and Physical Therapist IvyRehab Lisle, joins Dr. Brian Cole and Steve Kashul to discuss the safe way to begin a new
By Dev Mishra, M.D., President, Sideline Sports Doc, Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Stanford University Key Points: A recent scientific found several characteristics associated
Discussion with Sarah Ryerson from Athletico Physical Therapy about?Plantar Fasciitis: characteristics that make someone more susceptible to plantar fasciitis; recommended stretches and exercises to prevent
Runners Knee; Exercise after Knee Replacement; Physical Therapy for Plantar Fasciitis . This regular segment of ?Ask the Doctor? addresses questions submitted by Sports Medicine
By Sarah Ryerson, PT, ATC, CSCS for Athletico Physical Therapy Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. This condition impacts
As the main point of contact with the ground, the foot plays a vital role in how humans move. The complex structure of the foot
Dr. Charles Bush-Joseph from Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush talks with Steve Kashul about his years as team physician for the Chicago White Sox and Chicago
Dr. Kamran Hamid from Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush talks with Dr. Cole and Steve Kashul about stress fractures of the 5th metatarsal and Jones fractures;
Recovery from a Broken Toe & Recommended Rehab Routine; Fluid on the Knee Description, causes and treatment; Family workouts. This regular segment of ?Ask the
By?Brian Rog?with?Contributions by: Annie Kender, PT, DPT, C/NDT of the?ATI Grand Blanc, Mich., Clinic When a child learns to walk, instinctively, he or she will
Turf toe is not a term you want to use when talking to a ballerina before her diva debut or a head football coach about
Golf After 65: How to Stay Active, Protect Your Body and Keep Playing October 1, 2026 - How golf supports strength, balance and activity after 65, plus warm-ups, pacing, equipment fit and practical ways to keep playing… View More
Why Technique Alone Doesn’t Make a Great Manual Therapist September 20, 2026 - Technical proficiency sets the ceiling on what a clinician can do. Clinical reasoning determines whether the intervention chosen is the… View More
Cleared to Play Is Not the Same as Ready to Play September 18, 2026 - Medical clearance confirms the tissue has healed. It does not confirm you can decelerate on a fatigued leg in the… View More
Why Athletic Recovery Goes Beyond Sleep Duration September 16, 2026 - Athletes track sleep by the hour, but new research shows consistency — not just duration — may matter more for… View More
Fall Marathon Training: Protecting Your Knees in the Final 8 Weeks September 14, 2026 - Dr. Brian Cole, a Chicago sports medicine surgeon specializing in cartilage restoration, shares tips to protect your knees in the… View More
Switching Careers Into Nursing: Is an Accelerated BSN a Realistic Path Into Sports Medicine? September 9, 2026 - What career changers should weigh before choosing an accelerated BSN, and how nursing connects to orthopedic, rehab, and sports medicine… View More
What College Athletes’ Bodies Face in Their First Fall Season and How to Prepare Joints for the Jump September 8, 2026 - Dr. Brian Cole explains why the jump from high school to college training puts young athletes' joints at risk, and… View More
The Business Side of Sports Medicine: Why Leadership Training Matters as Much as Clinical Skill September 6, 2026 - Table of contentsIntroductionClinical Skill Alone Doesn't Run a ClinicWhere Business Training Fits InWhy Management Matters in Athletic CareWhere These Professionals… View More
Structuring Addiction Treatment Around Training, Competition, and Daily Life September 4, 2026 - How outpatient and intensive outpatient addiction treatment can be built around an athlete's training, rehab, work, and family without sacrificing… View More
Sports Medicine: Where Health, Performance, and Prevention Meet September 2, 2026 - Sports medicine reaches far beyond professional athletes recovering from dramatic injuries — it connects injury prevention, rehabilitation, nutrition, and mental… View More
Compression Boots After Training: Where Do They Fit in an Athlete’s Recovery Routine? September 1, 2026 - Compression boots reliably reduce perceived soreness — but the evidence doesn't show they speed up muscle repair or restore performance.… View More
US Open Tennis: Why Shoulder Injuries Surge on Hard Courts August 31, 2026 - Dr. Brian Cole explains why hard courts increase shoulder injury risk in tennis players, covering rotator cuff strain, the serve,… View MoreSports Medicine Weekly® gratefully acknowledges the following partners for their generous support and commitment to the Advancement of Orthopedic and Cell Biology Research at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago through the LiveActive Fund. Learn more about partnering with Sports Medicine Weekly®.