The knee is one of the largest and most complex of the body’s joints and is susceptible to many sources of pain. Knees can sustain acute injuries or be worn down chronically due to age and wear-and-tear. When treating knee pain, it is important to understand the source. Once the more common sources of knee pain—meniscus tears, ACL sprains and osteoarthritis, for example—are ruled out, it is up to an orthopedist to look to the lesser known causes of knee pain. Patellofemoral pain syndrome
Sports Medicine
ACL Graft Choice with Dr. Rizio
ACL Graft Choice with Dr. Rizio
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are not what they used to be: A recipe for pain and possibly permanent disability. Modern medical technique and technology allows serious athletes, weekend warriors and everyone else to return from an ACL tear or rupture potentially as good as new. Orthopedic surgeons can make this happen by performing ACL reconstructions. An ACL reconstruction is a procedure that creates an environment within the knee that encourages growth of new connective tissue.
Preventing Athletic Injuries
Preventing Athletic Injuries
Many shoulder injuries in overhead or throwing athletes can be prevented by following pitch counts, rest and a proper stretching program throughout the year. Proper conditioning (range of motion, stability and strength), mechanics and recovery time are all important factors in preventing injuries. The following are preventative exercises that may be incorporated into the routines of any athlete. Range of motion exercises may be performed daily; strengthening exercises can be performed three
Common Shoulder Injuries in the Overhead Athlete
Common Shoulder Injuries in the Overhead Athlete
It is no surprise that athletes who participate in overhead sports such as baseball, softball, swimming, volleyball, tennis and other repetitive throwing sports are at higher risk for developing shoulder injuries. The shoulder is comprised of two primary joints: the glenohumeral (GH) joint, acromioclavicular (AC) joint and scapulothoracic joint. The glenohumeral joint is an extremely mobile joint. It is a “ball and socket” joint that consists of the head of the humerus (the upper arm bone
4 Common Types of Knee Pain (and What You Can Do About Them)
4 Common Types of Knee Pain (and What You Can Do About Them)
For many people—especially those who are overweight or lead a sedentary lifestyle—knee pain is practically inevitable—but it doesn’t have to be a lifelong affliction. The first step in combating knee pain is to understand where it is coming from. That means a proper diagnosis from a qualified medical professional is crucial in treating knee pain and preventing it from getting worse. As a weight-bearing joint, the knee can take quite a beating. In addition to the normal wear and tear
Alabama Quarterback High Ankle Sprain Treated With TightRope Procedure
Alabama Quarterback High Ankle Sprain Treated With TightRope Procedure
Heading into the College Football Playoff National Championship this Monday, all eyes will be on Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa—specifically, on his ankle. As the number one ranked Crimson Tide goes for its third championship in five years (it won in 2016 and 2018) against number two ranked Clemson, everyone is wondering: Will the Hawaiian sophomore’s ankle hold up for the big game? Two weeks ago it seemed unthinkable that Tagovailoa would be Alabama’s starter in the National
