What is an Achilles tendon tear? The Achilles tendon is the largest and strongest tendon in the human body. It attaches the calf muscles (gastrocnemius and soleus) to the heel…
In the summer of 2023, I developed costochondritis. Costochondritis is a common cause of chest pain, which can be alarming for many people. However, it’s important to know that this…
What is a humerus fracture? A humerus fracture refers to a break or crack in the humerus, which is the long bone of the upper arm. The humerus extends from…
Our shoulders are constructed to maximize our movement in many different directions. We can reach overhead, hang off of things, stand on our hands, throw or rotate our shoulders through…
In 2011, Nike unveiled the SPARQ Vapor Strobes eyewear. They were designed to improve cognitive processing, reaction time, attention, anticipation, and hand-eye coordination in athletes; but the history of stroboscopic…
Shin splints, also known as medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS), is a common condition defined by pain along the shin bone (tibia). This is one of the most common lower…
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) tear is a common injury with an estimated 200,000 occurring each year in the US.1 The ACL connects the bottom end of the femur (thigh bone)…
Adductor injuries, often encountered in sports, can be quite a challenge for athletes. These injuries occur when certain muscles in the groin region are strained during intense physical activity. Interestingly,…
What is iliotibial band (ITB) syndrome? Iliotibial band syndrome is characterized by pain at the outside (lateral) aspect of the knee. It is one of the most common lateral knee…
What is a calf strain? Calf strain, also known as “tennis leg” or “calf tear”, is a common injury in running sports such as tennis, American football, Australian football, basketball,…