Attn. Football Fans…This excellent review article about Football Injuries was published in October 2016 by the American Journal of Orthopedics, and authored by Paul Rothenberg, M.D. and colleagues. Follow along for 18 interesting facts about football injuries! 18 Facts To Know About Football & Football Injuries: Football is the most popular sport in the U.S. The number… Read more »
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MRI Research Reveals Cause of ACL Injury
ACL injuries are responsible for pain, surgery and lots of physical therapy. Most of these injuries occur through non-contact sports or accidents sustained off of the courts or field. Researchers and physicians are working tirelessly to understand the cause of ACL injury to develop preventive programs to reduce this knee injury. Because of the current… Read more »
NAWBO Louisville VIP Celebration Breakfast
As the recipient of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO Louisville) 2016 Epic award for small business owners, Dr. Grossfeld celebrated with a VIP celebration breakfast held at Big Springs Country Club in Louisville, Kentucky. As owner of Orthopaedic Specialists, a sports medicine and orthopedic surgery medical practice with multiple locations in Louisville, KY, Dr…. 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 »
Louisville Orthopedic Team Supports Breast Cancer Awareness
The entire team at Orthopaedic Specialists in Louisville, Kentucky, is dedicated to supporting Breast Cancer Awareness and to finding a CURE for breast cancer and every other type of cancer too. We’ve got some very personal reasons why we are wearing PINK this month that we’d like to share with you… Lindsay Rhodus – “I wear… Read more »
An Overview of Pediatric Fractures from an Orthopedic Surgeon
Children are typically naturally active human beings with growing bones that often become susceptible to breaks, bruises, fractures and cuts. Their small, yet sometimes fearless attitudes may cause them to try new and adventurous activities without thinking about the possible repercussions. As a parent, it is often difficult to predict what your child is going… Read more »
Centre College Student Interns with Louisville Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Stacie Grossfeld
During school breaks and over the summer, Dr. Grossfeld allows Centre College students to participate in pre med internships. This summer, Mackenzie Weiland, a senior at Centre College spent a couple of months interning at Louisville Orthopaedic Specialists. Mackenzie is a member of the Centre College division III women’s swim team. Her interest in athletics goes far back…. Read more »
A Comparison of ACL Injury Rates for Female Athletes Playing Lacrosse and Field Hockey
ACL Injury Rates for Female Athletes – Comparing Lacrosse and Field Hockey Researchers led by Dr. Hillary J. Braun and colleagues looked at the differences in risk factors for ACL injuries for female athletes who are field hockey players compared to lacrosse players. Prior research has suggested that ACL injuries tend to be more common… Read more »
ACL Tears and ACL Injury Prevention
Preventing ACL Tears in Kids – Find Out More from the Latest Research A clinical report published by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is working to cut down on the risk of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears for kids, especially girls. ACL tears are a common sports injury for people of all ages, and… Read more »
Sports Injury Prevention for Kids and the Importance of Balance
Researchers in Denmark considered whether a child’s ability to balance – referred to as “sway performance” – had an impact on injury risk. Dr. L Runge Larsen and colleagues thought that excessive sway would be linked to an overall increase in injuries. Over 1,000 kids between 8 and 14 years of age participated in the… Read more »
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