Governing bodies need to do more to prevent recurrent injuries in rugby players and to support them after retirement from sport, Durham University researchers say. In the study, ?Cumulative Sport-Related Injuries and Longer Term Impact in Retired Male Elite- and Amateur-Level Rugby Code Athletes and Non-Contact Athletes: A Retrospective Study, amateur rugby union and league…
On September 26, 2015 when Devon Gale joined his Southern University teammates on the football field to play against University of Georgia, he had no idea how dramatically his life would change in just one moment, in just one tackle from the opposing team. A fractured C6 vertebrae may have left him paralyzed from the…
This Podcast features Dr. Cole and Steve discussing the implications of pro athletes returning to play and the rules for safety that are in place. Tune-in Sports Medicine Weekly at its new time every Sunday, 7 AM/c WSCR 670 AM Podcast Segments are always available to hear on the Sports Medicine Weekly Blog, Apple, Google,…
This podcast features Elizabeth M. Pieroth, PsyD, ABPP, a Board Certified Clinical Neuropsychologist and the Director of the Concussion Program at Midwest Orthopaedics at RUSH/Rush University Medical Center, joining Dr. Bush-Joseph filling in for Dr. Cole and Steve Kashul. Research tells us that the sooner a person is evaluated by a concussion specialist, the sooner…
Podcast with Dr. Charles Bush-Joseph of Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush joining Steve to discuss NFL combine injuries, particularly hamstring injuries that occur during the 40-yard dash. Although Dr. Bush-Joseph is regarded as a sports medicine and arthroscopic surgical specialist, most of his patients know him by his warm compassionate bedside manner. A graduate of the…
A recent study showed that retired NFL players are at a greater risk of undergoing a total knee replacement than an average person. It concluded that 11% of former pro players will undergo this knee surgery, compared to 1% of the general population. This information was nowhere on West Chicago, IL resident Mark Nigro’s radar…
Podcast with Dr. Cole and Steve talking about the fantastic journey of Patrick Mahomes last season, from an injury in October to Super Bowl MVP in February. Dr. Cole talks about the nature of Mahomes’ knee injury and key factors that allowed him to return to play so successfully. Sports Medicine Weekly on With?Steve Kashul?and?Dr….
Podcast discussing Eagles tight end Zach Ertz who reportedly played in the Eagles vs. Seahawks playoff game with a rib injury and kidney laceration. Dr. Cole lends his insight into these injuries and why they are often related. Dr. Cole also discusses the role of the team physician in helping the team decide if an…
Podcast about recent NFL injuries with Dr. Cole discussing the anatomy of the knee and the relationship between the ACL and MCL. Dr. Cole talks about how the two ligaments are often injured together, how the injury occurs, and what treatment is usually involved.
Podcast about multiple pec tendon injuries in the NFL last season, with Dr. Cole and Steve discussing the nature of the injury, including anatomy, injury mechanism, and options for treatment. You can find more information about pec tendon injuries in the NFL here.
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 year. They discuss hip dislocation and fracture injuries and how the nature of the injury affects recovery. Dr. Nho’s practice is focused on sports medicine and arthroscopic treatment of the…
Podcast with Steve and Dr. Cole discussing core injuries and sports hernias in the NFL in light of C. J. Mosley’s season ending groin injury. Dr. Cole discusses the use of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) for non-operative management of this kind of injury as well as surgical options and the return to play guidelines for each…