Sports Medicine for Dummies (AKA Residents)
By JP
Sports Medicine for Dummies (AKA Residents)Aug 16, 2022
Anti-inflammatory Effects of Turmeric
In this episode we'll review the use of the supplement Turmeric and it's anti-inflammatory role in various health/pain conditions
The Mechanics of the Overhand Throw
After a 2 week break, we're back with a brand new episode on the analysis of the throwing motion. Many of us have nightmares about gait analysis, and throwing is arguably more complex. Hopefully, this dumbs it down a bit fo you.
Deep Dive: Mental Health in Elite Athletes
January is historically the most difficult month for residents in terms of mental health. So with that in mind, let's visit the topic of mental health. This lengthy episode is a reflection of the importance (and length) of the IOC's recommendations regarding mental health in elite athletes.
Knee joint changes following meniscectomy
Like many of you, I do my best to avoid anything related to the OR. In the world of sports, it is essential that we understand the mechanisms at play following surgery and how it impacts the body. Today, we'll focus on changes to the knee joint following meniscectomy.
Pediatric elbow pain: opening a black box
Yes, chances are your neighbor feels equally lost when evaluating pediatric elbow pain so don't be embarrassed. This brief summary of the article "Opening the Black Box: Evaluating the Pediatric Athlete with Elbow Pain" is a look at some of the most common causes of injury in pediatric elbow pain.
Deep Dive- Nordic Hamstring Exercises to Prevent Hamstring Injury
The title of this journal article is "Including the Nordic hamstring exercise in injury prevention programmes halves the rate of hamstring injuries: a systematic review and meta-analysis of 8459 athletes." We take an in depth look at the use of eccentric hamstring exercises in the prevention of hamstring strains.
AMSSM Position Statement on Concussion
We cover the AMSSM's official position statement on concussion including screening and diagnosis, epidemiology, treatment, prognosis, and more in this episode.
Percutaneous Ultrasound Tenotomy for Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy
We review "Percutaneous Ultrasonic Tenotomy Reduces Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy Pain With High Patient Satisfaction and a Low Complication Rate." This article focuses on the safety and effectiveness of Tenex in treating insertional achilles tendinopathy.