What Is A Concussion? A concussion is a brain injury that occurs when the brain is shaken inside the skull, causing changes to the brain’s chemistry and energy supply. A concussion might happen as a result of a direct blow to the head or an indirect force, such as whiplash. It may or may not […]
Sports MedicineThe fall season in Wisconsin brings much more than the color change among the leaves; it brings the start of football. Although most enjoy spending their Sundays getting together with friends and family to cheer on the Green Bay Packers, during Concussion Awareness Month we should become more familiar with the short and long term […]
Sports MedicineIt is common in our practice to observe athlete’s who suffer from balance and coordination deficits following a concussion. These deficits may remain well beyond when an athlete is approved for participation is their sport. I read an article recently in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise that explored the frequency of leg injuries […]
Injury Prevention, Sports MedicineWe tend to associate Fall with pumpkin picking, leaves changing colors, and brisk breezes reminding us of impending Wisconsin Winter months. We rarely associate the season with injuries and disability related to falling at home or in the community. This year, National Fall Prevention Awareness Day lands on September 23rd which happens to also be […]
Injury PreventionIt is not uncommon to be in the clinic after school and see at least one young patient rehabbing an ACL tear. The ACL or Anterior Cruciate Ligament is one of the four major ligaments in the knee. It’s located deep in the knee, and is a crucial stabilizer for rotation and forward movement.1 Non-contact, […]
Injury PreventionWe have all heard that in order to be a good high school athlete you shouldn’t limit yourself to one sport all year round. If your love is football, you should run track in the spring. Or if volleyball is your sport, you should consider basketball or soccer during the off season. As a Physical […]
Sports Medicine“I’m falling apart!” is something I commonly hear when interviewing patients. “After one thing is better a new one pops up!” is also a common complaint. It may seem to many that their body is working against them. In my experience, I’ve learned it’s often something deeper, a message regarding the health of the body as […]
Myofascial ReleaseGolf season is in full swing! While this pastime is enjoyed by many, it can be a violent sport. This may sound extreme since the only contact it involves includes a 1 pound club with a 1.62 oz ball, but the truth is golfers of all ages and skill levels are at a risk for […]
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