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 in use making huge advances in 2019. They are: Increasing use of biologics in sports … Continue reading
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 sleep—can often cause you to feel bad emotionally and physically. In fact, research shows that … Continue reading
A 12-year-old boy has become the first person in Ireland to undergo a new transplant procedure to replace a damaged hip joint using a donor femoral head bone and cartilage. The OFHAT procedure involves replacing the bone and cartilage surface on the … Continue reading
By Brian Rog with Contributions by: Andrew Grahovec and Katie Christopherson, ATC for ATI Physical Therapy. To compete at the professional level in any sport requires the most athletic, highly skilled and mentally acute individuals in the world. With constant training, practice and exhibitions … Continue reading
Injury-Prevention Tips from Joffrey Dancers Help Recreational Athletes Professional dancers, like professional athletes, are subject to injury because of the constant stress they put on their bodies. And while these dancers and athletes have dedicated medical teams to attend to … Continue reading
By Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP for Athletico Physical Therapy Winter is here! As the weather turns cold, snowy and icy, it makes outdoor workouts seem impossible. Cold weather does not mean all outdoor workouts must cease, but there … Continue reading
There is considerable public concern about the effects of repetitive football head impacts on a player’s brain health. Many studies suggest a link between head impacts and poorer health. Safe and efficient walking and balance are critical for activities of daily … Continue reading
Knee injuries in adolescent females, including anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture, are increasing in frequency. One of the suspected causes is poor landing technique characterized by ‘knock-knee’ posture. Pubertal development is associated with rapid growth of the long bones and … Continue reading
The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommend at least 150 to 300 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous activity per week, yet little guidance is given as to how best achieve this amount of weekly activity. Do those who participate in activity most days … Continue reading
As the main point of contact with the ground, the foot plays a vital role in how humans move. The complex structure of the foot includes 26 bones, more than 20 muscles, many ligaments and various types of soft tissue. … Continue reading
Your body is made mostly of water. The things your body does work better with the stuff, and when it doesn’t get enough of it, it suffers. Something as simple as drinking a glass of water can be easy to … Continue reading
Wednesday, January 9, 2019 8:00pm Game Time Welsh Ryan Arena 2705 Ashland Ave, Evanston You’re invited to come cheer on our players and buddies at the Robert L. Lavin Keshet Buddy Basketball All-Star Game taking place at halftime of the … Continue reading
If you walk more than 3 miles per day, you lead an active lifestyle. When you lead an active lifestyle, you need more protein than inactive women–but you may not need as much as you think. According to the Academy … Continue reading
From salmon burgers for breakfast to spinach for a headache, these M.D.’s say eating the right foods at the right times is the key to health. Michael Roizen, M.D., is chief wellness officer at the Cleveland Clinic and a New York … Continue reading
Protein powders and amino acid supplements deliver different results. Protein powders boost your total protein and contribute calories, so they support muscle building and can fill in gaps in your diet. Amino acids target very specific and diverse areas of … Continue reading
New research suggests that it may be harder to determine your hydration levels than originally thought. When allowed to drink freely (no drinking schedule), nearly 40% of collegiate athletes finished their workouts in a dehydrated state. Luckily, with the rise of … Continue reading
The holiday season can be challenging when it comes to holding onto the healthy lifestyle habits you’ve worked so hard to cultivate throughout the year. But it doesn’t have to be that way! There are small things you can do each day through the holidays and … Continue reading
When recently asked how he’s doing, Park Ridge resident Craig Petersen, 57, answered, “slightly more than fantastic!” Asked what elicits such a positive response, Petersen pointed to his rally back to competitive sports after significant hip pain and two total … Continue reading
For most athletes, the year coming to a close has no real significance if they are truly in the mindset of constantly improving their game. It’s no secret that training is an essential part of success, which includes physical activities … Continue reading
Look Beyond Weight When Determining Health It’s not your weight that matters, it’s what constitutes your weight. Find a way to learn if you have too little muscle or too much fat and find a strategy (exercise and eating well) that … Continue reading
Annual industry survey predicts what you’ll see in fitness next year Won’t leave home without your smart watch, fitness tracker or GPS tracking device? If so, you’re not alone. More consumers and health and fitness professionals are using technology to … Continue reading
Think about it. Your brain is always “on.” It takes care of your thoughts and movements, your breathing and heartbeat, your senses — it works hard 24/7, even while you’re asleep. This means your brain requires a constant supply of … Continue reading
By Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP for Athletico Physical Therapy Wrestling is one of the world’s oldest sports. Since wrestling season is getting underway, let’s take a quick moment to look at some common injuries that can impact wrestlers: … Continue reading
Despite what some people think, you don’t need a fancy gym membership to get the health benefits of working out. Walking is something you probably do on a daily basis without a second thought — whether while completing chores around … Continue reading
Is yoga sufficient strength exercise for optimal health, or do I have to lift weights in a fitness center? In general, the few available experiments involving yoga suggest that it leads to measurable but limited and patchy strength gains. Consider … Continue reading
Many active adults sip a BCAA powder mixed into water during their workout. Depending on your reason for using this popular supplement, a study published in The Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness has an interesting suggestion for BCAA timing. Fifteen … Continue reading
Andrew Grinde was not just another football player. As a running back at C.M. Russell High School in Great Falls, Mont., he rushed for 2,180 yards and 20 touchdowns in 2014, leading the Rustlers to the state title game, and … Continue reading
It was a typical winter afternoon in southern California playing with his son at the park. He stepped in a small hole, not unlike a hundred times before in the past without incident, so he brushed it off as just a temporary tweak or mild sprain. He then did a quick jog to … Continue reading
Running isn’t just a hobby for Burr Ridge, IL resident Dana Potts—it’s an Olympic sport. Participating in the 100m, 200m, and 400m races in the U.S. Men’s Illinois Senior Olympics, Potts set a record in the 400m event and earned … Continue reading
By Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP for Athletico Physical Therapy During the school year it is common for teenage athletes to find their schedules jammed packed with class, homework, practice and competition. When students are this busy, eating can … Continue reading
Everyone has a fitness goal, whether it is to recover from an injury, bulk up, lose weight, prevent injury, or prepare for a big game or tournament. Along with this variation of goals is a variance of not only training … Continue reading
Professional tennis star Caroline Wozniacki has always prided herself as being one of the most fit athletes on the WTA tour. “I think that’s something I definitely win quite a few matches on,” she has said. Earlier this year, Wozniacki … Continue reading
Purpose: To evaluate the outcomes of bipolar osteochondral allograft (OCA) transplantation in the patellofemoral joint. Summary: Limited studies are available pertaining to OCA transplantation in the patellofemoral joint, especially on bipolar OCAs to both the patella and trochlea Follow-up was obtained … Continue reading
By ATI Physical Therapy The role a certified athletic trainer (ATC) plays in preventing, assessing and caring for a concussed athlete is critical to an athlete’s return to play and overall health. The ATC is often the first line of defense in … Continue reading
ViPerform™ PROVIDES OBJECTIVE DATA TO ACCURATELY ASSESS RISK OF SPORT INJURY, GUIDE ATHLETIC TRAINING AND RECOVERY PROGRAMS, AND HELP DETERMINE WHEN IT’S SAFE FOR ATHLETES TO RETURN TO PLAY ViPerform™ is a wearable and wireless movement sensor technology that tracks … Continue reading
Youngstown State University track team member Jasmine Smyles has been told many times that she has the perfect last name. Lately, this has proven true. On a recent visit to see Dr. Brian Cole at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush in Chicago, she was all … Continue reading
By Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP for Athletico Physical Therapy As much as we would like to prevent injuries, they do occur. In an ideal world, an injury would not disrupt our regular activities or participation in sport. But … Continue reading
For the 50 million individuals worldwide ailing from Alzheimer’s disease, the announcements by pharmaceutical giants earlier this year that they will end research on therapeutics were devastating. The news is even more devastating considering projections that 100 million more people will be … Continue reading
Dr. Gregory Nicholson – from Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush- and Steve Kashul talk with Erica Hornthal, MA, LCPC, BC-DMT, about the power of dance therapy for Parkinson’s Patients and the October National Parkinson’s Foundation Moving Day Walk. Why move for Moving … Continue reading
By Jess Walter Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are common in sports such as football, basketball, netball, and alpine skiing. They have a big impact on athletic performance, because approximately 79% of people go on to develop knee osteoarthritis after … Continue reading
Dr. Nikhil Verma and Steve Kashul talk with Gary Mendell, Founder and CEO of Shatterproof about assisting athletes with opiod addiction; the opiod epidemic and its affect on sports; the importance of eliminating the stigma around athletes seeking help for addiction. … Continue reading
It has been well established that the use of alcohol during adolescence can have a significant impact on cognitive functions into adulthood. However, due to drug classification and stringent regulations by governmental agencies, information about the long-term effects of marijuana … Continue reading
By Andrew Grahovec for ATI Physical Therapy The road to recovery is never without its own slew of setbacks and can often times be afflicted with challenges tougher than the ones that put us there. For Janesville, Wisc., native Evan Webster, his … Continue reading
After a string of serious knee injuries, Mark, a 19-year-old college football player, faces an uncertain future playing the game he loves. In addition to the emotional toll the injuries have taken, Mark also endures unbearable knee pain. To repair … Continue reading
If you have a sports injury, it’s a good idea to see a sports medicine specialist. Here are key questions to ask before you decide where to be treated. Q: Do I need a sport medicine specialist? A: “A sports … Continue reading
By Leython Williams, PT, DPT for Athletico Physical Therapy One of the most feared injuries in all of sports is injury to the Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL), yet this continues to be among the most common injuries in active individuals. … Continue reading
Dr. Brian Cole and Steve Kashul talk with Dr. Dev Mishra about the origin of Sideline Sports Doc, who is using the service and the value of a coach certification program. Dr. Mishra founded Sideline Sports Doc in 2010. The idea … Continue reading
WHAT IS THE STUDY? This study is examining the effect of a 6-week hip and core strengthening program on shoulder and elbow motion during pitching. Participants are 13-18 years old who pitch in at least one game per week on … Continue reading
The 3rd Annual Chicago Sports Summit is a half-day event featuring heavy hitters in sports. Female Olympic athletes will speak about breaking barriers and the #MeToo movement; general managers of Chicago’s pro teams will discuss secrets to navigating up and … Continue reading
By Brian Rog with Contributions by: Annie Kender, PT, DPT, C/NDT of the ATI Grand Blanc, Mich., Clinic When a child learns to walk, instinctively, he or she will begin walking with their feet flat on the ground. But because this is a skill … Continue reading
Daily low-dose aspirin can be of help to older people with an elevated risk for a heart attack. But for healthy older people, the risk outweighs the benefit. Many healthy Americans take a baby aspirin every day to reduce their risk … Continue reading
Turf toe is not a term you want to use when talking to a ballerina before her diva debut or a head football coach about his star running back. “Turf toe” is the common term used to describe a sprain … Continue reading
Essential Oils Provide a Healthier Option We can get very attached to the smell of our favorite lotion or body wash, but there’s often something lurking behind the scent that can harm your health. Many fragranced personal care products contain … Continue reading
Chicago Tribune-September 8, 2018- Phil Rogers Michael Kopech, the White Sox’s new Superman, has been cut down by a pitcher’s version of Kryptonite. He is believed to have torn the ulnar collateral ligament in his elbow, which could force him to undergo … Continue reading
This study evaluates the effectiveness of GelrinC in the treatment of cartilage damage in the knee. GelrinC is a synthetic material called PEG-DA combined with a natural protein called fibrinogen. Together, these materials form an implant which is inserted into … Continue reading
By JRF Ortho Isolated femoral condyle lesions account for 75% of the cartilage repair procedures performed in the knee joint, and physicians have a variety of techniques to consider as part of surgical treatment. Osteochondral allograft transplantation (OCA) is a … Continue reading
By Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush Baseball is a huge part of life for Millikin University sophomore Ben Jacobs. And he doesn’t take his ability to play at the college level for granted. Just a few years ago while playing in … Continue reading
By Athletico Physical Therapy We are proud to be the title sponsor of the third annual Chicago Sports Summit! What better way to spend a morning than meeting pro athletes, Olympians and general managers of Chicago’s pro teams? There are a lot … Continue reading
By Dev K. Mishra, M.D., President, Sideline Sports Doc, Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Stanford University Key Points: The King Devick test is an easy, fast, and reliable objective assessment tool used as part of a concussion assessment program … Continue reading
By Angela Bender and Cori Cameron for ATI Physical Therapy The hip is one of the strongest, most secure, and stable joints in the body, but it is not indestructible. While the hip bone may look like one bone, it is made … Continue reading
By Athletico Physical Therapy As summer starts winding down, dancers are getting ready to transition to the fall program season. Preparing for the season’s big shows means long hours spent at rehearsals on top of other responsibilities, such as academics, … Continue reading
As a soccer player for the University of Illinois, Rachel constantly pushed herself. Being active was crucial to her lifestyle both on and off the soccer field. She was also passionate about medicine, but didn’t know yet that she would … Continue reading
By Dev K. Mishra, M.D., President, Sideline Sports Doc. Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Stanford University Key Points: Blood flow restriction training with B Strong straps allows for strength gains with very low resistance loads The low loads mean … Continue reading
When Barrington Hills, IL resident Marianne Giovenco-Pappas’ grandfather put her on a pony at age three, she was hooked, and her love for riding grew as she began lessons at age five and entered competitions at seven. Despite the physical … Continue reading
Chronic inflammation is a condition contributing to development of several diseases and functional decline during aging. While regular physical activity is an important factor for healthy aging, little is known about whether it may favorably influence chronic inflammation in the … Continue reading
Observing how an athlete moves is a common way to assess their performance potential or risk for injury. These assessments use visual observations, which can lead to different conclusions based on the coach/doctor who conducts the assessment or the day/time … Continue reading
The U.S. House of Representatives passed House Resolution 6199, the Restoring Access to Medication and Modernizing Health Savings Accounts Act of 2018, by a vote of 277-142. The Personal Health Investment Today (PHIT) Act, a bill that provides Americans with … Continue reading
Being a dedicated athlete requires hours of physical and mental sacrifice, but just how much? In a 2007 study conducted by the Clinical Journal of Sports Medicine at an unnamed university, 21% of the surveyed athletes reported symptoms of depression with their injuries. With … Continue reading
For this cleanse, KMHC is proud to support the Environmental Working Group. EWG’s mission is to empower people to live healthier lives in a healthier environment. With breakthrough research and education, EWG drives consumer choice and civic action. All profits generated from … Continue reading
By Sarah Ryerson, PT, ATC, CSCS for Athletico Physical Therapy Calf stretching, ice and activity modification are commonly used as treatment for those who suffer from Achilles tendinosis. However, when traditional treatment fails to relieve symptoms, the problem may be … Continue reading
By Brian Rog, ATI Physical Therapy with Contributions by: Danielle Debulgado, Aquatic Therapist In today’s age, the volume of physical therapy services available at our fingertips is unending. Because of this, finding one that fits your needs and allows you to effectively return … Continue reading
Sports of all types are getting more competitive and tuned towards athleticism, and this is contributing to a nationwide trend towards sports injury. A three year study by the CDC found that there were 34.1 sports injuries per 1,000 population, or 8.9m … Continue reading
By JRF Ortho Knee pain in active patients over 40 is often difficult to treat but according to researchers presenting their work today at the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine’s (AOSSM) Annual Meeting in San Diego, utilizing a special kind … Continue reading
By Karen Malkin, Karen Malkin Health Counseling Train Your Body to Burn Fat for Fuel- “The best of all medicines is resting and fasting.” —Benjamin Franklin Have you heard of intermittent fasting (IF) and wondered what it’s all about? Well IF … Continue reading
If you’ve been told you need spine surgery, it’s smart to get a second opinion. Here are questions to ask any surgeon to help decide where to be treated. Q: Do they have spine surgery specialists? A: “For any problem, you … Continue reading
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