As we gather around the table this Thanksgiving, savoring the warmth of family, friends, and delicious food, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the
As we gather around the table this Thanksgiving, savoring the warmth of family, friends, and delicious food, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the
Dr. Brian Cole’s podcast explores heart rate variability (HRV) as a crucial metric for assessing the body’s readiness. HRV measures the variation between heartbeats, controlled by the autonomic nervous system. Chronic stress leading to low HRV can harm the cardiovascular system, while high HRV is linked to improved focus, calmness, and overall well-being. Regular physical activity and fitness contribute to a healthy heart and high HRV. Tracking resting heart rate also indicates fitness and well-being.
Dr. Cole emphasizes patient education to promote better outcomes in sports medicine. He discusses orthobiologics like PRP and BMAC, autologous treatments that may improve symptoms and surgical results. These experimental therapies aim to reduce inflammation, alleviate pain, and enhance healing, benefiting conditions like osteoarthritis and soft tissue repair. For more information, visit briancolemd.com.
Imagine a tailor trying to make a custom suit for someone they only know from a picture. An experienced tailor can make educated guesses on
Tune in to a new episode of Sports Medicine Weekly. In this episode, Dr. Cole discusses the importance of maintaining healthy joints and how you
Diabetes and obesity are among the most significant global health concerns today, affecting millions and posing serious health risks. Diabetes, characterized by high blood sugar
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month, so there’s no better time to focus on improving your mental health. Reports from the World Health Organization (WHO)
Superior strength, endurance, speed, and fitness are all essentials that athletes must improve and maintain. However, even though they engage in extensive training programs and
Achieving optimal athletic performance requires a high energy expenditure, but in turn, high energy output must be adequately fueled. The importance of proper nutrition and
In this week’s episode of the Sports Medicine Weekly Podcast, Dr. Brian Cole is joined by a special guest, Natalie Graves. Natalie Graves is an
Sports biotechnology uses various scientific techniques and technologies to improve athletic performance and recovery. Genetic engineering, stem cells, and performance-enhancing drugs are some of its
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 More
Optimizing Athletic Output: Safe Protocols for Advanced Training and Conditioning August 27, 2026 - Advanced training isn't about doing more — it's about applying progressive overload, advanced techniques, and periodization strategically, with recovery and… View More
The Overlooked Connection Between Metabolism and Long-Term Disease Risk August 27, 2026 - Metabolic health is more than a number on a scale. Here's how blood sugar, lipids, and insulin response connect to… View More
How Much Carbohydrate Endurance Athletes Need During Exercise August 25, 2026 - For efforts past ninety minutes, performance hinges on how much carbohydrate your gut can actually absorb, not how much you… View More
NFL Preseason Injuries: What Training Camp Casualties Tell Us About the Regular Season August 24, 2026 - Dr. Brian Cole breaks down NFL training camp injury patterns, from hamstring strains to ACL tears, and what they reveal… 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®.