Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA explains why youth sports should emphasize development, teamwork, and lifelong health rather than pursuing professional careers.
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Youth Sports: Going Pro Is Not the Goal
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Locker Room Hygiene and Athlete Health: Reducing Infection Risk in Shared Sports Spaces May 23, 2026 - Locker rooms are the foundational hub of the athletic experience, but they also present a unique set of epidemiological challenges.… View More
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Baseball Pitchers and the Elbow-Shoulder Connection: What Teams Don’t Tell You May 14, 2026 - Dr. Brian J. Cole MD, MBA breaks down the elbow-shoulder connection in baseball pitchers — explaining how shoulder fatigue leads… View More
Shoulder Pain After Golf Swing: Causes, Relief, and Prevention May 11, 2026 - For many golfers, the perfect drive is often followed by an unexpected and nagging guest: shoulder pain. While golf is… View More
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