If you’re like us, you’ve got plans for at least one ski vacation this season. But, if you’re a little rusty or learning to ski this year, there are some things to understand. Especially when it comes to people who are prone to leg injuries, or who have had past leg or knee injuries, it’s important to prepare accordingly. Keep reading to learn how to prevent injuries while skiing this year.
You might get some strange looks if you hobble up to a machine on crutches at your local gym. If you know what you’re doing then you don’t need to worry about the stares. The most important thing is that you do your research before you drive to your favorite gym without a plan.
Now that the weather is cooling down a little, we’re excited to spend more time outside. Whether we’re putting the garden to bed or out playing sports with the kids, the cooler weather is a welcome relief from the sweltering hot summer days.
Within this regularly updated feature of my website, I will provide visitors with practice news and specials, as well as information regarding the most recent technological advances and new treatments in sports medicine.
There are two types of parents: those who are extra cautious, bring emergency snacks, and are seemingly prepared for anything. The other kind of parents are a little more fly-by-the-seat-of-your-pants, relaxed, or even a little oblivious. We like to think we’re a little of both, balancing between the extremes (if that’s possible). We let our kids try new things, even encourage them to jump into art, music, or sports. Helping kids be creative and earn their confidence can help set them up for a great life. Sports in particular help kids learn about responsibility and teamwork.
If you’re a lover of sports and playing them, you probably understand that there’s a risk of injury. Those risks go up when your favorite exercise involves contact sport, too. If you’ve recently heard a “pop” in your knee, and are searching the internet to see what you might be dealing with, then keep reading. You may have torn a meniscus, so keep reading to see what to do.
