Getting back into a sport after an injury can be a huge mental hurdle. Any athlete will tell you that injuries are almost impossible to prevent. If you are very into sports, chances are at one point or another you will get an injury, from something as small as a sprained ankle to something moreContinueContinue reading “How to Jump Back Into a Sport After an Injury”
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Five Foods to Help You Recover from a Sports Injury
The food you eat can help speed up recovery time. When you’re a lifelong athlete, it’s almost an expectation that at some point you will have to deal with an injury. Sports injuries are part of the package when you are constantly pushing your body to the limit and trying to maintain your physical fitness.ContinueContinue reading “Five Foods to Help You Recover from a Sports Injury”
Holistic Approach to Athletes Podcast with Dr. Scott Sigman
Check out my recent appearance on The Ortho Show podcast. As you know, there are many different forms of treatment when it comes to sports injuries. Some treatments involve a regimen of medications, coupled with surgery and physical therapy. Others offer a more holistic approach, and involve non-traditional methods for healing. Every patient is different,ContinueContinue reading “Holistic Approach to Athletes Podcast with Dr. Scott Sigman”
Should You See a Physical Therapist?
There are a lot of reasons why someone should choose to see a physical therapist. For career athletes and very active people, the idea of seeing a physical therapist isn’t that strange. When you stay very active, injuries are sometimes inevitable, and seeing a physical therapist is arguably the best way to make sure yourContinueContinue reading “Should You See a Physical Therapist?”
Should You Apply Ice or Heat Your Injury?
Ice and heating packs work better for different types of injuries. I’ve seen it happen a million times. One minute you are out on the field, heading towards an amazing winning streak, and the next you pull, strain, or sprain something, and find yourself on the sidelines trying to decide what to do next. AnyContinueContinue reading “Should You Apply Ice or Heat Your Injury?”
How to Handle Marathon Training Injuries
Sustaining an injury during marathon training isn’t the end of the world. I am currently training for another marathon. I know it probably seems like I am always saying that, but that’s probably because I am. I love the feeling of accomplishment that marathon training gives you, and it’s a great excuse to stay inContinueContinue reading “How to Handle Marathon Training Injuries”
How to Return to Sports After a Back Injury
Returning to physical activity after a back injury can be a daunting experience. As a surgeon, an athlete, and a human being with an overall understanding of how the body works, I can tell you that back injuries are not something you want to mess around with. We use our back for everything, from liftingContinueContinue reading “How to Return to Sports After a Back Injury”
How to Return to Sports After a Back Injury
Returning to physical activity after a back injury can be a daunting experience. As a surgeon, an athlete, and a human being with an overall understanding of how the body works, I can tell you that back injuries are not something you want to mess around with. We use our back for everything, from liftingContinueContinue reading “How to Return to Sports After a Back Injury”
Five Most Dangerous Professional Sports by Number of Injuries
As every athlete knows, playing professional sports put you at high risk for injury. As they say in life, with great risk comes great reward. Every athlete should be taught this before they set foot on the field. You always hear stories about athletic prodigies that suffer from grievous, career-ending injuries early on in theirContinueContinue reading “Five Most Dangerous Professional Sports by Number of Injuries”
How to Avoid Strains and Sprains During Sports
Strains and sprains are the most common sports injuries. As an orthopaedic surgeon, I am no stranger to strains and sprains. Having played Lacrosse for so many years also makes me acutely aware of just how common these types of injuries are, but also how important it is to try and prevent them. Sprains occurContinueContinue reading “How to Avoid Strains and Sprains During Sports”