Sports Injuries
You Think You Have a Concussion. What Next?
To be clear this article is by no means a way to diagnosis and treat a head injury, nor is it an attempt at providing medical advice of any kind. [...]
Eliminate Ankle Sprains With This 3-Minute Daily Routine
The frustration and pain of spraining an ankle is very personal to me. I've sprained each ankle at least 20 times (I kid you not). Since becoming a Doctor of [...]
Combat Shoulder Pain With This One Simple Exercise
Whoever developed the blueprint for the human shoulder joint didn't really have stability in mind. Take a look at an anatomical view of the shoulder joint. You'll likely see something [...]
Why Improved Stability—Not More Stretching—Could Be Your Best Solution for Tight Muscles
Common thought dictates that if a muscle feels tight, we should be stretching it. A number of common movement issues are blamed on muscle X or Y being tight. However, [...]
Studies Conclude That Isometric Training Can Reduce ‘Jumper’s Knee’ Pain
On the path to jumping higher and sprinting faster, many athletes encounter a condition known as "jumper’s knee," which is medically referred to as patellar tendinitis. It is identified by [...]
The 5-Minute Warm-Up You Must Do Before Squats
Squats are terrific for building muscle and burning fat—unless your form is terrible. Without the proper warm-up, athletes can suffer a variety of injuries to their lower back, hips and [...]
Trust the Process: 5 Things to Keep in Mind When Recovering From an Injury
Recently, I had to get surgery on a torn labrum in my shoulder. My doctor told me recovery time was four to six weeks with a sling, followed by two [...]
How to Handle an Acute Injury While Training
Working out is supposed to make you stronger, healthier and feel better. But it’s also an activity that can leave you vulnerable to injury. You’ll be working with heavy equipment, [...]
Golfers, Beat Low-Back Pain With This Program
Eighteen months ago I received a phone call from a local golf phenom, Derek Bard. He had just come off a stellar year, placing 2nd at the U.S. Amateur, earning [...]
Why Coaches, Athletic Trainers and Doctors Must Avoid Terminology That Downplays the Seriousness of a Concussion
In the athletic setting, injuries are a part of the game, there is no doubt about it. Strains, sprains, concussion, chronic overuse injuries, acute...