Overall, grit plays a critical role in ACL recovery by influencing an individual's mindset, behaviors, and outcomes throughout the rehabilitation process.
Dr. Catherine Logan chats Recovery nutrition plays a crucial role in replenishing energy stores, repairing muscle tissue, and supporting overall recovery after a workout
Researchers recently investigated grit in relation to outcomes following ACL surgery. Grit is the disposition to strive for long-term goals despite setbacks and challenges.
Symptomatic patients with knee OA who were injected with a combination of PRP and HA demonstrated greater improvement in pain and function compared with patients who received HA injections only,
Supplements can enhance repair, but only when the foundation (energy, macros, micros, hydration, and timing) is covered.
Supplements can be categorized based on how they support (not block) inflammation as well as their role in muscle, tendon, and bone.
Articular cartilage of the knee can be damaged by injury or by typical wear and tear.
Unfortunately, cartilage does not heal on its own, so multiple surgical techniques have been developed to treat cartilage lesions.
We return today with Dr. Brett Owens to shift our discussion of MCL tears on to the treatment of isolated and combined MCL injuries, then wrap up with a discussion on safe return to play.
What is the mechanism of a high ankle sprain?
What are the reatment options for these players?
When do these athletes typically return to play and how do they perform?
The Athletic Shoulder (ASH) Test may be appropriate to monitor neuromuscular performance of the shoulder joint in sports involving contact and overhead actions & to help assist in determination of return to sport.
The decision to choose an ACL graft can be overwhelming. This week, we will focus on the pros and cons of the major graft options & share new resources that we put together for The Sports Docs Podcast on this topic.
Glute Activation During Squats with Dr. Catherine Logan
Squatting with an elastic band around the forefoot elicited the greatest myoelectric activity of the gluteal and TFL muscles.
Muscle overload is the main cause of hamstring muscle strain. This can happen when the muscle is stretched beyond its capacity or challenged with a sudden load.
In summary, the final RTP decision requires multiple assessments performed over time that include both quantitative and qualitative movement studies. These tests are in addition to screening for psychological readiness, of course.
The ACL stabilizes the knee during front-to-back motions and rotation. It is deep inside the knee so it’s difficult for you or your athlete to feel it and know if the ACL was torn.
Musculoskeletal injuries to the lower extremities are common among female college student-athletes (SA) in sports that require hopping, pivoting, and running.
Psychological readiness to return to sport has emerged as an important factor associated with outcomes after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR).
Meniscus tears are among the most common knee injuries. Athletes, particularly those who play contact sports, are at risk for meniscus tears. However, anyone at any age can tear the meniscus.
Like a traditional massage, the gun aims to reduce inflammation by flushing extracellular fluids such as lymph fluid and venous blood out of the muscle tissue and into the circulatory system.
Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is a condition which involves the outer aspect of the elbow, resulting in pain and decreased function. Dr. Logan, an avid tennis player, provides today's best treatment options to combat this nagging problem.
Patients who manage their ACL injuries both surgically and non-surgically may benefit from a sport brace to enable full return to sport and recreational activities.
On today’s episode we’re focusing on Achilles tendon ruptures with Dr. Bonnie Chien. We have some great articles for you that contribute well to our conversation on the optimal management of Achilles tendon ruptures and the different surgical approaches.
Today we’re going to give you an update pertaining to one of our favorite topics – ACL. And honestly, it’s been a bit since we done an episode on ACL so we’re excited to dive into this new paper today and talk more about how it will impact our practice.
Preparing for hiking involves building strength, endurance, and flexibility to handle the demands of uneven terrain, steep inclines, and long distances.
Progressing a running plan involves gradually increasing the volume, intensity, and frequency of your runs to improve fitness while minimizing the risk of injury.
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy has been explored as a potential treatment for hamstring injuries, particularly in athletes and individuals who require a rapid return to activity.
Returning to play after an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury and reconstruction requires not only physical readiness but also psychological readiness. Here are some key factors to consider for psychological readiness to return to play after an ACL in
By incorporating these injury prevention strategies into your lacrosse training and competition routine, you can help reduce the risk of injury and stay healthy throughout the season.
Dr. Logan's advice on Meal prepping before surgery can help ensure that you have nutritious and convenient meals ready to go during your recovery period.
Preventing ski injuries involves a combination of preparation, proper technique, and safety measures. Here are some tips to help reduce the risk of ski-related injuries:
Following shoulder dislocation surgery, a structured rehabilitation program supervised by a physical therapist is essential to optimize recovery, restore shoulder function, and prevent complications.
It's essential to consult with a healthcare provider, preferably a shoulder specialist or orthopedic surgeon, to determine the most appropriate treatment plan based on your specific condition and goals.
Regaining hamstring strength after an injury is essential for restoring normal function, preventing re-injury, and returning to activities or sports. Here are some strategies and exercises to help rebuild hamstring strength after an injury:
Before considering PRP therapy for tennis elbow or any other condition, it's essential to consult with a healthcare provider, such as a sports medicine physician or orthopedic specialist,
Whether surgery is necessary for a rotator cuff tear depends on various factors, including the size and location of the tear, the symptoms you are experiencing, your overall health, and your lifestyle and activity level.
Cartilage transplant, also known as cartilage transplantation or cartilage repair surgery, is a surgical procedure aimed at repairing damaged or injured cartilage in joints, typically the knee.
Treating hamstring strains/partial tears typically involves a combination of rest, rehabilitation exercises, and sometimes biologic (injection) interventions. Here's a general overview of how hamstring tears are typically managed:
Muscle recovery is essential for athletes and individuals engaging in strenuous physical activities. Proper nutrition plays a crucial role in supporting this process.
While there are many nuances, the most common reference points a sports medicine surgeon may use for decision-making in injury rehabilitation (other than physiological tissue healing time frames) – each of which can be measured by force plates – are...
Ultimately, the choice of graft should be made in consultation with your orthopedic surgeon, who can consider your individual circumstances and preferences to determine the most suitable option for your ACL reconstruction.
PRP is often used in conjunction with a comprehensive rehabilitation program that includes exercises, physical therapy, and lifestyle modifications to support optimal healing and prevent re-injury.
Overall, the psychological return to sport is a multifaceted process that requires attention to the athlete's emotional well-being, confidence, expectations, and social support network.
Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS), also known as IT Band Syndrome or ITB Syndrome, is a common overuse injury that affects the iliotibial band—a thick band of fibrous tissue that runs along the outside of the thigh, from the hip to the shin. The iliotibial b
On today’s episode we’re focusing on post-op rehab after shoulder stabilization surgery with Dr. Yoni Rosenblatt, a physical therapist at True Sports PT in Baltimore, Maryland.
Coaches play an important role in promoting mental health in elite sports. However, they themselves are exposed to risks affecting their mental health, and their fears and worries are often overlooked.
Athletes with grade 2 hamstring strains treated with a combination of hematoma aspiration and PRP injection had a significantly shorter return-to-play and a lower recurrence rate compared with athletes receiving conservative treatment.
We are joined today by Dr. Andrea Spiker, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at the University of Wisconsin-Madison who is dual fellowship trained in sports medicine and hip preservation.
Join orthopedic sports surgeons, Dr. Catherine Logan & Dr. Ashley Bassett, as they chat about the most recent developments in sports medicine and dissect through all the noise.
These scenarios underline the importance of addressing both physical and psychological recovery—and using a test battery that includes evaluation of a combined physical and psychological readiness is therefore recommended. Full text here.
On this episode, The Sports Docs will touch on the use of stem cells in sports medicine, our thoughts on open kinetic chain (OKC) exercise after knee surgery, and when ACL repair is recommended.
A study on the epidemiology of ice hockey injuries was recently published in Sports Health. Knowledge about the common injuries and their mechanism is sueful to aide in the diagnosis and treatment of injuries in hockey athletes.
What is Shoulder Instability?
Whether the shoulder is subluxing (slipping out of place) or fully dislocating, these both are classified under the term "shoulder instability."
We wrap up Part I with a discussion on the prevention of MCL injury and review an article from the August issue of OJSM this year titled “Prophylactic Knee Bracing in Offensive Lineman of the NFL – A Retrospective Analysis of Usage Trends, Player Performan
This review demonstrates that the medical literature's published data show BFR training is safe and potentially effective in improving quadriceps muscle strength in patients with weakness and atrophy related to knee pathology.
Let's chat about acromioclavicular (AC) joint injuries in the NFL.
We will start with an anatomy review of the AC joint, follow it up with a discussion on mechanism of injury and treatment, then discuss what we know about performance once players return.
Post-workout, you’re on autopilot to grab a protein bar or shake. But protein powder or bars alone doesn’t provide enough to attack those aching muscles.
What is a SLAP tear?
A SLAP lesion is a tear of the superior glenoid labrum extending from anterior to posterior. There are two predominant mechanisms of injury. First is a compressive force, typically a fall onto an outstretched arm with the shoul
We chat with Dr. Matt Provencher - we’re focusing on musculoskeletal injuries or “MSKIs” in warrior athletes . We have some great articles for you that contribute well to our conversation on musculoskeletal injuries in the military population.
Grit is the disposition to strive for long-term goals despite setbacks and challenges. Given the lengthy, arduous process of rehabilitation after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), an athlete's grit may predict postoperative outcomes across
Many of our patients are athletes, and a goal is to help these athletes return to their preinjury level of activity or sport. The focus of injury management and recovery is often on physical treatments, but there are modifiable factors that can improve pat