What side of the net do sports medicine experts land on when discussing volleyball ankle braces? There's little doubt that ankle sprains are the most common acute injury in indoor volleyball. The debate begins when recommending for or against the use of volleyball ankle braces. I'm going to review...

One of the most common concerns young athletes and their families bring to my attention is heel pain. Heel pain that tends to range from a little discomfort to limping,  decreased speed, and pain for both athlete and parents. There usually is no swelling or numbness, and comes with gradual onset...

When discussing concussion recovery I find that "re-starting activity in 15-20 minutes blocks" is a solid starting point. Looking to return to homework or other school-based activities? Start with 15-20 minute blocks. How much can I spend on my phone? Start with 15-20 minute blocks. We have learned that absolute rest and removal...

After seeing plenty of shin pain in ballet Nutcracker performers , Olympic Volleyball players and various other athletic activities , here are 7 practical clinical observations to help assess and treat this common problem. 1)      Look above the shin Landing  from a jump with inadequate hip or...

Dancer overuse is an unfortunately common issue that can limit both rehearsing and performing. While several factors can contribute, asking 3 key questions can definitely reduce the amount and intensity of dancer overuse injuries. 1.  Am I going through a growth spurt? Bottom Line: Longer arms and...

Given that headaches are the most common symptom after concussion and often the last to fully resolve,  I spend a good amount of time with my patients discussing headache triggers, anticipated healing course, and how to reduce intensity and duration. While this post is not...