Why is an Orthopedist talking about dietary habits... because it is important. All I know about nutrition I learned after medical school. Schools do a poor
Can A Rotator Cuff Tear Become Larger?
Many people suffer from shoulder pain due to rotator cuff tears. Many small rotator cuff tears are managed very well without surgery. While the tear might not
What is a Plica? Terminology Tuesday
A plica is felt to be a common cause of knee pain. There is a lot of misunderstanding about a medial plica. Let's try and set the record straight on what a
Meniscus Tears in Children
Meniscus tears in children are relatively common due to sports. Many of those meniscus tears will heal spontaneously over 4-6 weeks after the injury. Certain
What Are Shin Splints? Terminology Tuesday
Overuse injuries are common in runners and active individuals alike. Shin splints are one of the most common overuse injuries we see. Unfortunately, many
What Is a Stress Fracture? Terminology Tuesday
Stress fractures are a relatively common cause of injury in runners and athletes alike. Stress fractures come in all shapes and sizes. We can develop a stress
Heart Rate Variability (HRV), Training & Performance
Heart rate variability (HRV) is an important marker of an individual’s physiological stress level. When properly analyzed in the context of training, it can be
Osteoarthritis and Running …Can They Co-Exist?
Osteoarthritis of the knee does not always end a long-running career. Most runners over 45 have some degree of arthritic change in their knee and don't even
What is an AC Separation- Terminology Tuesday
AC Separations are a relatively common cause of shoulder pain and deformity. An AC Separation, also called a Shoulder Separation is a different injury then a
Running : The Best Medicine
Is running the happiness miracle? It sure does come close to being the perfect outlet. It's inexpensive, easy to find a place to do it, and running properly
What Is An MCL Tear?
MCL or medial collateral ligament injuries of the knee are a relatively common injury. The MCL is one of the most commonly torn ligaments around the knee. The
The Aging Athlete : Staying In The Game
If you were asked to describe an elderly person, what sort of words would you come up with? For many, the answer probably includes something along the lines of
