Tennis elbow is a very common cause of elbow pain. It is a very silly name because most tennis players do not get tennis elbow, and most patients I see with
What is ITB Friction Syndrome : Terminology Tuesday
Once again, thank you for suggesting topics of interest to you for our TT series. Today's post is about ITB friction syndrome. Or ITB Syndrome for
Common Running Injuries and How To Avoid Them
Runners are a unique breed. I am fortunate to treat many local runners. They are motivated, and they need to run to feel whole. Most runners are fairly
What is a Shoulder Subluxation? : Terminology Tuesday
Subluxation is a term that Orthopedic Surgeons commonly utilize. For the purpose of this post we will put it in the context of shoulder injuries. Our shoulder
Hydration Myth Busting: The 8×8 Myth: 8 (8oz) Glasses of Water a Day
Should we really drink 64 oz of water per day? Although many people have heard that they should drink 8 glasses of water a day, there is actually no scientific
Achilles Tendon Pain : Why Does it Hurt So Much?
The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the body. Achilles tendon pain due to achilles tendonitis is very common in runners or athletes. Many
What is Bursitis : Terminology Tuesday
Bursitis is a term that most of us have heard... yet the majority have no idea what it actually is. A bursa is a small, very thin walled sac that the body
Running Shoes: How Do You Choose The RIght One
Choosing the proper running shoes can make or break a runner's season. Running in the wrong shoes can set you up for stress injuries, blisters, black toenails
What is Cartilage? Terminology Tuesday
What is Cartilage? Cartilage is a hard, rubbery substance found within all of our joints. Cartilage functions as a shock absorber, and in most instances, it
What Is a Sprain? : Terminology Tuesday
Sprains are one of the most common reason people will present to a Sports Medicine physician. Of all the soccer and football injuries I see on a weekly basis,
ACL Recovery – 4 tips for the first 4 weeks: Setting the Stage for a Great Rehab
Recovery from ACL surgery should be considered a marathon and not a sprint. The recovery process actually begins before ACL surgery. After surgery, the first
Sitting IS The New Smoking: Make Your Day a Little Harder
Like it or not, it turns out that sitting is really bad for your health. Between our jobs, our commute and our desire to rest after a long day with our
