Injury & Prevention

Partial Rotator Cuff Tears: Diagnosis and Treatment

2023-08-22T12:28:19-06:00August 22nd, 2023|Injury & Prevention|

Shoulder health is an integral aspect of maintaining an active and fulfilling lifestyle. Whether you're an avid athlete, a fitness enthusiast, or simply someone navigating the journey of aging, understanding the intricacies of shoulder injuries is crucial. One such condition that warrants attention is the partial rotator cuff tear – a phenomenon that can arise [...]

Learn About the Most Common Basketball Injury Among Players

2023-03-13T11:56:01-06:00December 16th, 2022|Injury & Prevention, Sport Injury|

When Americans think of high-injury sports, they may think of football, rugby, or boxing. But according to data from the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System (NEISS), in 2021, the most injuries that landed Americans in the emergency room were actually from basketball! Because basketball is a contact sport with complex movements, players are at risk [...]

Learn How To Foster Muscle Recovery After Exercise

2023-03-13T11:58:03-06:00October 26th, 2022|Health and Wellness, Injury & Prevention|

Regularly exercising allows you to strengthen different muscle groups and improve cardiovascular health. But sometimes, people who regularly exercise forget that muscle recovery allows you to reap the benefits of why your exercise in the first place: maintaining or increasing muscle mass, boosting brain function, and strengthening your body. We’ll explore why muscle recovery matters [...]

Spinal Cord Injury in Mountain Biking: What’s the Risk?

2022-07-05T12:06:41-06:00May 6th, 2022|Injury & Prevention, Sport Injury, Sports & Fitness|

Many people are interested in mountain biking but are hesitant to try for fear of catastrophic injury. Spinal cord injuries with subsequent paralysis are among the most debilitating injuries someone can obtain, and they do occur in mountain biking. Mountain biking is still a relatively new sport that has gained a global following since the [...]

Rotator Cuff Injuries From Rock Climbing: What They Are and How To Prevent Them

2023-08-17T11:59:36-06:00May 6th, 2022|Injury & Prevention, Sport Injury, Sports & Fitness|

Climbers are gutsy. They’re committed to their sport, test the limits, and work through their adrenaline. But unfortunately, pushing yourself to your limits can cause issues if you’re not considering your overall health. Rotator cuff injuries are one of the most common injuries among climbers. We’re going to dive into what a rotator cuff injury [...]

Knee Injuries and Snowboarding: Protect Your Knees This Winter Season

2022-07-05T12:07:10-06:00March 11th, 2022|Injury & Prevention, Sport Injury, Sports & Fitness|

If you’re someone who dreams of fresh powder and the first run of the season you might be eager to get out and go this winter. Before you do, we want to help you make sure you’re protecting your knees in the best way possible! We’ve pulled snowboarding injury statistics to give you an overview [...]

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