Osteoarthritis of the knee and hip affects millions of people across the globe. Osteoarthritis is the number cause of disability. The medical community has
How To Exercise in Heat and Humidity
If you are like me, a treadmill is virtually a non-starter. I need to move horizontally when I exercise... and I exercise a lot. I need to run on the trails
Should We Prescribe Exercise for Type 2 Diabetics ?
No one doubts the benefits of regular exercise, particularly in those affected by diabetes. Is there an alternative to walking for 30 minutes five times a
ACL Recovery and Reinjury Risk
ACL injuries are occurring at an alarming rate. Single sport specialization, lack of proper training and many other factors all contribute to the risk of
ACL Graft Choice: Which One Fails More Often?
Athletes with a torn ACL in their knee often complain of instability and giving way. An ACL reconstruction should restore stability of the knee and enable an
Patellofemoral or Anterior Knee Pain in Adolescents
Pain in the front of the knee is a common complaint in teenagers and growing children. Anterior knee pain is common in teen athletes. It is particularly
Treadmill Running versus Outdoor Running
Running continues to experience an increase in overall popularity. Most runners prefer to run outside. A few prefer to run inside. Is treadmill running or
Hamstring Injury : Risks of Early Return to Sports
Hamstring injury is common in sports requiring periods of rapid acceleration. Soccer, rugby and football players are particularly at risk for hamstring
Blood Clots In The Leg: Are They Preventable?
Blood clots in the leg (deep vein thrombosis or DVT) can form spontaneously, following trauma, long flights, or after surgery. If treated promptly most blood
Knee Compression Sleeves : How Useful Are They?
Knee pain is very common. Knee compression sleeves have been proven in many studies to be effective in managing knee pain from osteoarthritis. Whether you have
Can ACL Tears Be Repaired?
Tears of the anterior cruciate ligament or ACL have become commonplace on the ball fields across the world. ACL injuries are usually treated with a
Hamstring Injury Recovery and Return To Sports
Are we letting our athletes return to sports too soon after a serious hamstring injury? Hamstring injuries are quite common in sports involving sprinting and