Basketball is a fast-paced team sport that blends extreme athleticism and skills. Dribbling, shooting, passing, screening, defending and running across the court requires explosive power that makes players vulnerable to various injuries of the lower body. To ensure a long and healthy basketball career, it is crucial to incorporate [...]
Acromioclavicular (AC) joint separation is usually the result of a direct force to the top of the shoulder or a fall directly onto it. The approach to AC joint separation treatment depends on the degree of the injury. The good news is most people will recover full function of [...]
Vestibular disorders can cause inappropriate eye movements, balance challenges, and symptoms such as vertigo (feeling like “the room is spinning”) or dizziness. Vestibular disorder treatment has been shown to improve postural stability, control, and dynamic gait in individuals with vestibular disorders. A link between your ear and brain, called [...]
Shin splints, also known as medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS), are a common exercise-induced condition that affects the lower leg. It is one of the most common running-related musculoskeletal injuries. Studies report incidence rates ranging from 13.6 to 20%, and a prevalence rate of 9.5%.[i] In this article, we [...]
