Ankle sprains are a common injury, especially amongst athletes and active individuals. Whether you’re playing a weekend game of basketball or just stepping off a curb awkwardly, a rolled ankle can lead to pain, swelling, and uncertainty about the severity of the injury. At what point does pain equal a visit to the doctor? Do… Read more »
Ankle sprains are very common injuries that affect the ligaments and joint of the ankle. When the ankle is moved quickly or unnaturally without the ligaments having time to warm up, they can stretch and potentially tear. This is good news, since they are very prevalent in sports, but normally do not necessitate a doctor’s… Read more »
As we all know, the 2024 Summer Olympics have officially begun in Paris, France. We are all excited for the matchups, but some of us are certainly looking forward to the 2028 Summer Olympics, which will be held in Los Angeles, CA! It will be exciting to watch an international stage set in the US…. Read more »
With the Super Bowl closing out the NFL season in February, the month of March now rolls in. But that just means that basketball fans are rejoicing everywhere. After all, March Madness is soon approaching! However, when filling out those March Madness brackets, it is important to take into consideration athlete injuries. It’s true that… Read more »
On February 3rd, the nation came together to celebrate a group of professionals that deserve 100% of the glory: women physicians. National Women Physician Day gives due credit to women, who have worked long and hard to get to where they are today, and Orthopaedic Specialists, PLLC is quite a special place, as we get… Read more »
Return to sport after pediatric ACL ligament reconstruction and its effect on subsequent ACL injuries, the JBJS 2017. Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are common with estimates suggesting that there are upwards of 100,000 to 200,000 ACL injuries in the U.S. each year. Frequently acl injuries occur during sporting activities that require a lot of… Read more »
Meet this month’s patient in the spotlight Gail Tucker! When COVID hit in March of 2020, Gail and her husband Dale (like many others) found themselves with a lot of extra time on their hands. Instead of going to the Northeast Branch YMCA, 4-5 times a week for the fitness center and water aerobics classes,… Read more »
What Are Shin Splints? Shin splints, or medial tibial stress syndrome, are a common sports related injury. Shin splints are a result of chronic inflammation caused by repetitive movement and stress to the tibia (shin bone). When overworked, the tendons, muscles, and bone tissue of the shin can sustain tiny tears, irritation, and inflammation. Most… Read more »
One of the most popular after-school sports in the fall is competitive, long-distance running, known as cross country. Cross country is highly accessible and draws interest from students of all ages and ability levels. Despite the fact that many running-related injuries are very preventable, the rate of injury remains quite high for cross country runners…. Read more »
While the socialization and fitness found through joining a sports team provides innumerable benefits for children and young adults, most activities come with a heightened risk of accidental injury. Elbow injuries are particularly common in kids and young adults who play sports, whether from day-to-day overuse or an acute incident, like falling. Because children often… Read more »
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