Breaking bad habits is difficult, and establishing healthy lifestyle habits on a long-term basis can be equally challenging. Achieving success requires a dedicated effort to
Tag: Prevention and Treatment
Inflammation: What is It and How to Fight It
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
Cycling: How to Avoid Knee Pain and Injury
Thanks to Peloton, NordicTrack, and other interactive fitness equipment, bicycling has never been more popular. With health benefits that include cardiovascular fitness as well as
The Best Treatments For Patellar Tendonitis
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
International Women’s Day: Top 10 Health Tips for Women
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
Recovery Techniques to Maximize Your Performance     Â
Competitive athletics, at the youth, recreational, and elite levels alike, place incredible demands on the body. Longer, more frequent practices, along with demanding game schedules,
Physical Therapy for Knee Osteoarthritis
Did you know that knee osteoarthritis affects nearly 14 million adults in the United States1 per year? Or that meniscus tears are present in 60-90%1 of those
Olympic Doping Scandal: What is Trimetazidine?
Competitive athletes are constantly looking for an extra edge to enhance their performance, as they strive to cut their speed by milliseconds, extend their focus,
American Heart Month – What is Heart Rate Variability?
In this week’s episode of the Sports Medicine Weekly podcast, Dr. Brian Cole discusses heart rate variability, or HRV, which is an important metric for
Let the Games Begin: COVID Protocols Aim to Keep Athletes Healthy
As more than 13,000 international athletes and journalists descend on Beijing, China, for the Winter Olympic Games, the question remains…can COVID-19 be controlled? For the
Stretch Before You Hit the Slopes
Before you hit the slopes for a day of skiing, be sure to spend some time stretching to loosen up muscles and avoid injury. Dr.
Sports Medicine: A Guide to Facial and Dental Injuries
Sports injuries, specifically facial and dental, are common and can have significant aesthetic, psychological, and functional effects. Facial fractures and broken capillaries are a concern, with management depending on severity and location. Dental injuries like root damage and tooth imposition can have long recovery times and require specialized care. Prevention through protective gear is crucial, especially during training. Despite the inevitability of injuries, sports medicine offers effective treatments.
