Epilepsy is one of the most common diseases that most young people struggle with today. Even though the world is better educated on the causes for epilepsy and how it must be handled (when compared to how it was stigmatized a few decades ago), there are still a few common myths and misunderstandings about what…
In this week’s episode of the Sports Medicine Weekly Podcast, Dr. Brian Cole is joined by Joshua James, DPT, CSCS from Rush Physical Therapy to discuss high ankle sprains, including how they are diagnosed and the best treatments to help athletes recover. What is a high ankle sprain? A high ankle sprain involves a tear,…
According to research conducted, around 70 percent of American adults are either overweight or obese. Obesity is a medical condition in which the excess fat accumulates in the body to an extent where it has negative effects on health. Therefore, making it a serious health issue that not only makes people look different physically, but…
As the final days of summer loom, the focus moves from pool days and vacations to school supplies and scheduled routines. For many parents, having the kids home during the summer break results in a lot of quality family time, but also a lack of a scheduled routine…and consistent exercise. With the kids headed back…
The pitcher is not only the most important position in baseball, but also the most physically demanding. There’s a reason why pitch count was introduced and why pitchers don’t play every game. Pitching requires you to put almost every muscle and joint in your body to work. Repetitive throwing motions particularly put a lot of…
Caffeine is the most popular psychoactive substance in the world, with 89 percent of people in the U.S. consuming at least one drink containing caffeine daily. People depend on caffeine or caffeine supplements for a temporary energy boost, to stay alert, to enhance focus, and even to improve their mood. Over the years, (and thanks…
Since ancient times, Greek and Roman athletes prepared for competition by consuming complex carbohydrates like grains and legumes with the goal of optimizing performance. However, the carb-loading technique wasn’t developed until the 1960s when Swedish physiologist Gunvar Ahlborg discovered a positive relationship between the amount of glycogen stored in the body and athletic performance in…
Motivation has never been an issue for Chris. Deployed in the Air Force, working out in the gym, or studying for the bar exam, he’s always given it his best. Even when severe knee pain added to the strain of his missions, he was able to push through the pain. But when his doctor explained…
Have you thought about improving your fitness by simply making your day a little harder? While many people are dedicated to a consistent fitness regime, exercise can be hard for others due to lack of time, discipline, or both. The Make Your Day a Little Harder movement, which was started in Canada by Dr. Mike…
Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush (MOR) is pleased to announce its ranking as the fifth-best program in the nation for orthopedic surgery by U.S. News & World Report. The latest ranking builds upon MOR’s 6th place position nationally in 2021 and demonstrates a continued commitment to excellence in quality of care and patient outcomes. The 2022 ranking…
A concussion is a brain injury caused by a blow to the head or a jolt to the body. Concussions can range from mild to severe and can occur in children and adults. While most people recover from a concussion within a few weeks, some may experience symptoms for months or even years. If you…
If you’re looking for a way to lose weight fast, then you already know that the best path forward is through diet and exercise. In order to lose weight, you must first understand your daily energy expenditure and calories consumed. The best way to find this information is by using an online calculator, but most…