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Gasping that brisk winter air as your snowboard seamlessly rips through that freshly-packed powder at supersonic speeds sounds fun, right? Few would argue, but a
You?re out running on your favorite trail, on a warm day with the sun shining, birds chirping, a light breeze, and the smell of summer
Podcast with?Dr. Shane Nho of Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush joining Steve and Dr. Cole to discuss football hip injuries, including Tua Tagovailoa’s injury earlier this
The iliotibial band (ITB) is a broad and thick tissue that runs along the outside of the thigh. It is a passive stabilizer of the
Michelle’s Story: After several years of hip pain, long-time Naperville resident Michelle Reid, 62, eventually found that working out, taking long walks in the woods,
For Rod Engel, running had always been a big part of his life. Two years ago, when an unexpected injury occurred, he thought that his
Podcast with Steve and Dr. Cole to discuss the beginning of the NBA season, touching on Paul George’s bilateral shoulder surgeries. Dr. Cole lends his
Hip pain can present in many ways.? In some cases, patient can describe hip pain after a strenuous work out.? In other cases, some patient
Although it?s one of the biggest and most important joints in the human body, the hip joint is sometimes overlooked when evaluating, treating and diagnosing
Preserving Muscle During GLP-1 Weight Loss: A Training and Nutrition Guide August 4, 2026 - Losing weight on GLP-1 medications? Learn how protein intake, resistance training, and recovery help preserve muscle so your weight loss… View More
The “Weekend Warrior” Gap: How the Same Biologics Pro Athletes Use Are Becoming Accessible to Everyone August 3, 2026 - For decades, there has been an unspoken assumption in sports medicine: that the cutting-edge treatments available to professional athletes, the… View More
The Role of Breathwork in Athletic Recovery and Stress Management July 30, 2026 - Breathwork for Athletic Recovery and Stress Management Meta description: Discover how breathwork improves athletic recovery and lowers stress, plus two… View More
How Incline Walking Increases Calorie Burn (And How to Calculate It Accurately) July 30, 2026 - Discover how incline walking boosts calorie burn without running. Learn the MET formula to accurately calculate your incline treadmill workout… View More
Youth Baseball Summer Leagues: Preventing the Arm Injuries That Peak in Summer July 27, 2026 - Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Brian Cole covers Little Leaguer's elbow, UCL stress, and shoulder injuries in young pitchers, plus Pitch Smart… View More
Weighted Vest vs. Rucksack: Which Is Better for Hiking? July 24, 2026 - Weighted vest or rucksack for hiking? Compare load capacity, biomechanics, calorie burn, and trail utility to pick the right gear… View More
How to Build a Personalized Recovery Routine at Home July 24, 2026 - Learn how to build a personalized recovery routine at home with simple habits, mobility work, smart tracking, and recovery tools… View More
Runner’s Knee vs. IT Band Syndrome: Can Nutrition Play a Role in Prevention? July 20, 2026 - Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Brian Cole breaks down how diet and joint supplementation influence patellofemoral pain and IT band syndrome, plus… View More
How to Prevent Stress Fractures: Essential Bone Health Strategies for High-Impact Athletes July 17, 2026 - Stress fractures commonly affect high-impact athletes and arise from repetitive loading that outpaces the body's ability to repair bones. Prevention… View More
The Science of Post Workout Nutrition: Optimizing Recovery for Peak Performance July 17, 2026 - Post-workout nutrition is crucial for recovery, influencing muscle repair, glycogen replenishment, and hydration. Consuming 20 to 40 grams of high-quality… View More
What the Tour de France Does to a Cyclist’s Body — And What It Means for the Rest of Us July 13, 2026 - Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Brian Cole explains how Tour de France-level joint stress applies to weekend cyclists, plus tips on recovery,… View More
How Your Golf Equipment Affects Injury Risk: Club Fit, Grip Size, and Shaft Flex Explained July 8, 2026 - Learn how club length, grip size, and shaft flex affect injury risk in golf. Expert-backed tips on fitting your clubs… 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®.