Dr. Cole provides the latest information on sports medicine, injury prevention and treatment, fitness, and nutrition. In partnership with Sports Medicine Weekly, Dr. Cole’s blog is dedicated to helping the weekend warriors, the elite athletes, coaches, trainers, therapists and parents of youth athletes with the latest health information by renowned experts in their field.
Published on: 15-Jul-2019
Sports Nutrition Myths Busted!
Keeping up with the latest science-based sports nutrition recommendations is a challenge. We are constantly bombarded with media messages touting the next miracle sports food
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Published on: 11-Jul-2019
10 Massive Benefits of Push Ups
For many, the thought of performing a push up conjures memories of gym class. While these memories may or may not be the most pleasant,
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Published on: 10-Jul-2019
From Shoulder Pain to Starting College Tennis Player
Nic Meister’s Story: Beginning in January of 2018 I began experiencing pain in the AC Joint of my left shoulder. I felt the pain the
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Published on: 06-Jul-2019
Taking the Mound With ATI’s Baseball Injury Expert
Baseball season is in full swing, and like every year, the players’ health is the most important factor in determining their performance individually and as
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Published on: 02-Jul-2019
Organics and GMOs—What do I need to know?
By now you know that eating organically grown fruits and vegetables is better for your health—organic produce has higher nutritional value and antioxidant content than
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Published on: 01-Jul-2019
The shoulder consists of multiple joints along with muscles and tendons which to allow your arm to move freely. Considered the most mobile joint in
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Published on: 29-Jun-2019
While you may have lost some weight dieting, were you able to keep it off for good? If not, you’re in the majority. This is because
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Published on: 28-Jun-2019
Bone and Tissue Transplantation
The Importance of the Musculoskeletal System The musculoskeletal system is a network of muscles, bones, joints, tendons, and ligaments that provide us with the ability
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Published on: 27-Jun-2019
Regenerative Medicine at Aesculap Biologics
Within the last decades, exciting advances in cellular research have allowed medicine to acquire a new area of focus- regenerative medicine. Regenerative approaches to medicine
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Published on: 26-Jun-2019
Transform Your Health Through Running
Sitting has been termed the new smoking. Think about all the time spent sitting — commuting to and from work, at your desk for eight
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Published on: 25-Jun-2019
Was Spine Surgery Tiger’s Secret Weapon?
When Tiger Woods thrust his arms into the air at Augusta National in April, he not only celebrated his fifth Masters championship, but he also
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Published on: 24-Jun-2019
Dr. Cole’s Non Operative Management of Osteoarthritis
What is Osteoarthritis (OA)? Gradual breakdown of articular cartilage and bones within a joint. Osteoarthritis is typically caused by wear and tear and worsens over
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Published on: 23-Jun-2019
These Are the Best Snacks for Weight Loss
Eat more, weigh less: If you’re sacrificing snacks to cut calories, stop—to lose weight, you need snacks. “Snacking is an opportunity to fuel your body between
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Published on: 22-Jun-2019
Achilles Tendinopathy in Runners: Your Aching Heel Pain Can Be Helped
Does the aching pain in your heel have you adjusting your training program this running season? Countless runners suffer from Achilles tendon injuries every year
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Published on: 20-Jun-2019
5 Alternatives to Deadlifts to Help You Build Explosive Power in Your Legs
The deadlift is one of the most difficult and taxing exercises in the weight room, and performing it correctly requires strength, discipline, and diligence, which
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Published on: 07-Jun-2019
How to do The 10 Minute Workout!
Life these days is BUSY. It is often filled with work, errands, kid activities, homework, meal preparation, and if we are lucky, seven hours of
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Published on: 03-Jun-2019
Lose Weight Faster with These 10 Moves
So you gained some weight. It happens. Why you gain doesn’t matter so much as what you do now to stop the gain and get
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Published on: 02-Jun-2019
Heart-rate tracking is the secret to getting fit. Here’s how to use it
Elite athletes use it — and you can, too. It was the hardest stretch of the race, 1,000 feet of what seemed like nearly vertical
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Published on: 01-Jun-2019
Elbow Injuries and Rehabilitation
The elbow is a hinge joint that is formed by the union of three bones: the humerus, radius, and ulna. Through the action of four
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Published on: 31-May-2019
How Doctors Diagnose and Treat the “Funny Bone” The ulnar nerve is one of the major nerves of the upper extremity. Nerves are structures that
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Published on: 30-May-2019
Treating Osteochondritis Dissecans
(Left) The knee joint is formed where the femur meets the tibia. (Right) The most common site for OCD of the knee. Cartilage covers and protects the
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Published on: 29-May-2019
The most common cause of ankle pain is due to an ankle sprain. Sprained ankles occur when the foot exceeds its normal range of motion
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Published on: 28-May-2019
Surgery For Shoulder Dislocation: When Can I Play Again?
Article by Dev K. Mishra, M.D. President, Sideline Sports Doc There is a lot of variability in timelines for return to activity and sports after
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Published on: 27-May-2019
Types of Knee Braces for Support and Injury Prevention
The use of knee braces in sports medicine is a controversial topic. Knee braces are used for a wide variety of problems and conditions. But
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Published on: 26-May-2019
Article by Athletico: Have you ever noticed a bump on the top of your foot or along the side of your big toe? What is
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Published on: 25-May-2019
The Soothing Power of Water-based Exercise on Ankylosing Spondylitis
Article: Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) is a chronic form of inflammatory arthritis that affects 2-3 million Americans. It is a degenerative autoimmune disease that causes extreme
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Published on: 24-May-2019
Article on the secret to melting off your middle? Approach your workout more like a man! Here’s why: A man can learn a lot from
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Published on: 14-May-2019
Recovery Is A Key To Peak Performance
By Sideline Sports Doc: It’s easy to ignore proper recovery when you’re in the middle of a busy season, or if you’re preparing for an
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Published on: 13-May-2019
De-stress, Build Bones, and Boost Metabolism
By Karen Malkin: By now, you probably know that stress takes a tremendous toll on your body, often showing up in the form of headaches,
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Published on: 10-May-2019
Cartilage treatments that are considered focal have several treatment options. General degeneration of the overall cartilage, such as later stage osteoarthritis, has different treatment paradigms.
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Published on: 09-May-2019
Best Stretches for your Golf Game
By ATI Physical Therapy: How often do we find ourselves full-throttling it to the course, quickly slipping on the cleats and running at the pace
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Published on: 08-May-2019
Why Cycling Is Great for the Over Sixties
Few people would dispute that cycling is a good form of exercise, but the huge benefits it can have on our physical and mental health
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Published on: 06-May-2019
7 Tips to Transition Back to Outdoor Running
By Athletico: As the weather starts to warm up, you might be itching to get back outdoors for a run. Outdoor workouts offer both physical
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Published on: 29-Apr-2019
While playing in a football game in the fall of 2017, Fieldcrest High School athlete Micah Hurd tore his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and lateral
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Published on: 25-Apr-2019
Understanding Meniscus Transplants
Play Video A healthy meniscus acts as a shock absorber and provides a smooth surface for your knee to glide on. Behind the knee cap
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Published on: 24-Apr-2019
Are You Ready For Sports After Your ACL Surgery?
By Dev K. Mishra, M.D., President, Sideline Sports Doc, Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Stanford University Key Points: Many criteria are used to advise
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Published on: 23-Apr-2019
Dealing With Allergies So You Can Continue Your Sports Training
More than one in six Canadians have hay fever and there are many other allergies people deal with on a regular basis, including food, pet dander, and
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Published on: 15-Apr-2019
Maintaining an Active Lifestyle for Your Heart
By Andrew Grahovec with Contributions from Alexander Brook, PT, DPT for ATI Physical Therapy Physical activity and maintaining a healthy, active lifestyle is important for your
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Published on: 12-Apr-2019
Golfers who play on a regular basis are bound to experience injuries from time to time. One common condition among golfers is medial epicondylitis, a
The post Do I Have Golfer’s Elbow? appeared first on Sports Medicine Weekly.
Published on: 08-Apr-2019
ACL injuries in Ice Hockey & Return to Play Considerations
By Steve Chmielewski, PT, DPT, Level 5 USA Hockey Coach for Athletico Physical Therapy Sport-specific training has become a larger component in athletics as coaches,
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Published on: 02-Apr-2019
What to Look for in your Protein Bar
UPGRADE THE QUALITY OF YOUR FOOD Deciding which bar to fuel you through a long day can be challenging as there are so many on
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Published on: 30-Mar-2019
Resilient Female Hormone Function after Record-Breaking Antarctic Crossing!
Women are thought to be biologically sensitive to effects of extreme physical activity when accompanied by weight loss–possible negative consequences cited include bone fractures and
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Published on: 28-Mar-2019
Is Weightlifting Good for Your Heart? If Yes, How Much Is Enough?
Aerobic exercise, such as running, reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease events like heart attack or stroke; thus, it is commonly called “cardio” exercise. Weightlifting
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Published on: 27-Mar-2019
Caffeine May Increase Cardiovascular Risk During Exercise
Regular exercise is known to be good for heart health, but the risk of a heart attack temporarily increases during an exercise session. Most heart attacks
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Published on: 21-Mar-2019
Risk Factors For Adolescent Stress Fractures
By Dev Mishra, M.D., President, Sideline Sports Doc, Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Stanford University Key Points: A recent scientific found several characteristics associated
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Published on: 20-Mar-2019
Your knee is under a lot of pressure, so it’s no wonder that just one false move can result in injury to the ligaments and
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Published on: 16-Mar-2019
Understanding Allograft Cartilage Transplants
Play Video Articular cartilage is a firm rubbery tissue that covers the ends of bones. It provides a smooth gliding surface for joints and acts
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Published on: 15-Mar-2019
Strengthen Your Immune System with MCTs
There’s no way around it—germs surround us all the time. Singular medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) oil contains medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs) that act as natural antibiotics,
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Published on: 14-Mar-2019
What Your Heart Rate Means to Your Health
By Andrew Grahovec with Contributions by: Abbey Corcoran, PT, DPT for ATI Physical Therapy With every movement and minute of exercise your body goes through during
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Published on: 13-Mar-2019
Heart Health & Brain Health Go Hand-in-Hand
According to the Center of Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease accounts for one of every four deaths in the United States. Many of the
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Published on: 12-Mar-2019
What To Know About Victor Oladipo’s Quad Injury
Indiana Pacers guard Victor Oladipo suffered a torn quadriceps tendon in his right knee and will miss the remainder of the NBA season, the team announced
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Published on: 11-Mar-2019
Concussions in Cheerleaders: Symptoms and Treatment
By Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP for Athletico Physical Therapy Cheerleaders are commonly seen on the sidelines of school and professional sporting events, but
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Published on: 09-Mar-2019
Exercise for the Prevention and Treatment of Hypertension – Implications and Application
3 Key Points: Regular aerobic exercise results in reductions in blood pressure of 5-7 mmHg among individuals with hypertension and these reductions translate to a reduced
Published on: 25-Feb-2019
Shoulder Instability Surgery- Reliable Results For Most Athletes
By Dev Mishra, M.D., President, Sideline Sports Doc, Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Stanford University Key Points: Many young athletes with a shoulder dislocation
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Published on: 23-Feb-2019
Benefits of allograft tissue transplants outweigh risks
Patients need not be afraid of receiving musculoskeletal allograft tissue transplants, but doctors have a responsibility to seek grafts from tissue banks that follow best
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Published on: 22-Feb-2019
By Karen Malkin Health Counseling A study released by the scientific journal PLOS One proves that sugar intake directly correlates to higher rates of diabetes.
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Published on: 21-Feb-2019
Meniscal Transplant in Patients 50 and Younger Relieves Pain, Delays Additional Surgery
By JRF Ortho Most patients younger than age 50 with a torn or severely damaged meniscus experienced reduced pain and improved knee function following transplant
Published on: 20-Feb-2019
Five Lesser-Known Mental Health Values of Exercise
By Briana Jamshidi, Rehab Technician for ATI Physical Therapy It has become common knowledge that exercise is good for the body. Regular exercise can aid in
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Published on: 19-Feb-2019
Lifelong Athlete Back to Full Speed After Shoulder Surgery
Hinsdale resident John Blacketor rigorously maintained the lifestyle of an athlete after graduating from college, playing hockey, tennis, golf and football; running; lifting; skiing; and
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Published on: 18-Feb-2019
3 Essential Exercises for Shoulder Stability
Brian Whittington, PT, DPT, CMTPT for Athletico Physical Therapy The shoulder is a complex joint that consists of a “ball” on one side and a
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Published on: 15-Feb-2019
Unconventional Meditation | A Mindful Experience
I am an avid hiker. I don’t travel long distances to hike, the Sandia Mountains are located on the east side of Albuquerque and I
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Published on: 13-Feb-2019
About Knee Anatomy To understand the knee joint, we first need to understand the bones of the leg that form the joint. Three bones make
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Published on: 10-Feb-2019
ACL Reconstruction Is Getting Better All The Time
By Dev Mishra, M.D., President, Sideline Sports Doc, Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Stanford University Key Points: ACL surgery has improved substantially over
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Published on: 08-Feb-2019
Snow Skiing as a Natural Anti-Aging Remedy
By Brian Rog with Contributions by Peter Braun MS, LAT, ATC, ITAT The effects of time on one’s body are unavoidable and often substantial. Many of us in
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Published on: 07-Feb-2019
Ten Things You Need to Know About Sports Nutrition
Dan Benardot, PhD, DHC, RD, LD, FACSM Look Beyond Weight When Determining Health It’s not your weight that matters, it’s what constitutes your weight. Find a
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Published on: 06-Feb-2019
How Does Exercise Actually Make You Better?
By Dev Mishra, M.D., President, Sideline Sports Doc, Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Stanford University Key Points: A recently published scientific study shows that
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Published on: 05-Feb-2019
JRF Ortho to Reach More Patients in Need of Fresh, “Living” Cartilage
OneLegacy, the nation’s largest organ, eye and tissue procurement organization, has expanded its reach of helping more people lead healthier lives through its new commitment
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Published on: 04-Feb-2019
By Karen Malkin Health Counseling Just as the seasons change, your body’s needs change with the seasons. Your immune system demands more during this time of year,
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Published on: 01-Feb-2019
Keeping Active in the New Year
By: Briana Jamshidi, Rehab Technician for ATI Physical Therapy After a long week of work, countless errands and running around, the weekends may be your
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Published on: 29-Jan-2019
Tips to Avoid Snow-Related Injuries
By Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush The simple act of shoveling can cause serious injury if you aren’t careful. In fact, an estimated 11,500 people visit
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Published on: 28-Jan-2019
Plantar Fasciitis: How Physical Therapy Can Help
By Sarah Ryerson, PT, ATC, CSCS for Athletico Physical Therapy Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. This condition impacts
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Published on: 18-Jan-2019
DEVELOPING THE YOUNG FEMALE ATHLETE
In 2011, Naomi Kutin broke a world powerlifting record, squatting 215 lbs. She was in the 97 lbs weight clas…and was just nine years old.
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Published on: 17-Jan-2019
10 Health Benefits and Uses for Turmeric Curcumin Supplements
Are you looking for a way to boost every facet of your health with a single spice? It sounds crazy, but turmeric curcumin with BioPerine
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Published on: 16-Jan-2019
Innovations That Will Drive Sports Medicine In 2019
By Dev Mishra, M.D., President, Sideline Sports Doc, Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Stanford University Key Points: I see three innovations that are currently
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Published on: 15-Jan-2019
Tips to Get a Good Night’s Sleep
By Karen Malkin Health Counseling In an ideal world, you’d simply drop off into a peaceful slumber every night, however, sleep—or a lack of good
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