There’s no better time than spring to renew your fitness goals and focus on getting in shape for summer. However, before you jump right in,
There’s no better time than spring to renew your fitness goals and focus on getting in shape for summer. However, before you jump right in,
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Inflammation. It’s often blamed for a number of diseases, including long-haul Covid. But what exactly is it, and what can you do about it? Inflammation
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In this week’s episode of the Sports Medicine Weekly podcast, Dr. Brian Cole is joined by a Rush physical therapist to discuss the best ways
As the world celebrates International Women’s Day, there’s no better time to share some health and fitness tips geared specifically to women. Balancing the demands
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So, what’s all the hype about matcha? You can find the trendy new superfood in teas, powders, shots, bars, lattes, and even desserts. But, does
In this week’s episode of the Sports Medicine Weekly Podcast, Dr. Brian Cole discusses intermittent fasting. Chances are, you’ve heard about Intermittent Fasting (IF). It’s
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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
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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
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