A concussion is a kind of brain injury that is typically caused by a fall, hit, or shake to the head. The long-term damages caused by concussions are an increasing concern for athletes in many different sports, including female soccer players. Soccer is a popular sport for boys and girls across the U.S. with over… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Sports Medicine and Sports Injury
Dr. Grossfeld Discusses Research About the Female Athlete Triad
I was interviewed recently by Natsue Koikawa, Associate Professor of Sports Science at Juntendo University in Tokyo, Japan. She is also the Director of Women’s Track and Field at the university, along with the Deputy Directory of Japanese Center for Research on Women in Sport. After finding me online, she and her research assistant, Tomomi Hirao,… Read more »
Determined Athlete Darin Johnson Tackles Obstacle Course Racing Competitions
Meet Darin Johnson My name is Darin Johnson. Almost everyone knows me as DJ. I’ve been a long time patient of Dr. Grossfeld. I almost always seem to be doing something that lands me in her office for a visit. This last visit was unique as I found some common ground with Tisha, the Office… Read more »
Plantar Fasciitis Treatment Videos
Plantar fasciitis is a common medical condition that causes heel pain and foot discomfort. Your plantar fascia is a flat band of tissue that is responsible for connecting your heel bone to your toes. When this area becomes strained, the fascia weakens and begins to swell. Most people notice this type of heel pain immediately… Read more »
How to Treat a Concussion – Medical Steps
What Medical Steps Are Taken When You Get A Sports Related Concussion? Preseason preparation: In the preseason, all athletes will have a Baseline Impact Test completed. A Baseline Impact Test is a neurological and cognitive test that is given to all the athletes to have a baseline number on what their normal cognitive abilities are based on memory and… Read more »
Female Athlete Triad – Prevention and Diagnosis
Understanding the Female Athlete Triad In 1971, before Title IX had past, it was estimated that 310,000 female athletes were participating in sports. In 2010 there were approximately 3,373,000 female participants. Over this period of time, a phenomenon described as the Female Athlete Triad has become an increasing concern for female athletes. An excellent review article… Read more »
Physician Assistant Allyson Sweet Gains Valuable Training with Louisville Orthopedic
Louisville orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine physician Dr. Stacie Grossfeld enjoys providing training to people in the medical field through her medical practice Orthopaedic Specialists. Over the years, Dr. Grossfeld has offered training opportunities for many physicians interested in learning more about sports medicine, orthopedics and orthopedic surgery. She also mentors college students who are considering… Read more »
Medical Apps
8 Medical Apps Recommended by Louisville Orthopedic Stacie Grossfeld MD Goodrix If you are looking for medical apps, Goodrix is ideal for those people taking multiple medications. This app allows users to input their medication information and it will organize and display the price of the medication available at different pharmacies in your area. This information allows users to… Read more »
Hamstring Strain? Prevention and Rehabilitation Tips
Sudden sharp pain, popping, tearing and tenderness — these are the general symptoms associated with hamstring strains. This injury can be sidelining and chronic if you do not take the appropriate precautions or steps towards rehabilitation. While most hamstring strains occur on the field or court during a soccer, football, or basketball game, they are… Read more »
10 Facts about Bicycle Accidents
“It’s as easy as riding a bicycle!” This expression has been used to describe tasks that are relatively simple. The fact is, while riding a bike is a great option for leisure, transportation, and exercise, it has become a cause of injury for some. With a growing number of cyclists on the roads, bike safety… Read more »
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