Both taping and bracing play an important role in the prevention of ankle injuries and in the return to play of athletes with ankle injuries. The question that is often asked by…
Many athletes fantasize about losing weight (“Wouldn’t it be nice to lose a few pounds…”). But some athletes have to lose weight in order to meet a specific division for their sport.…
By Terry Zeigler, EdD, ATC Knowing the health care system as well as having a fundamental understanding of the different health care professionals and their areas of expertise can save the patient…
Using Telehealth, concussion care specialists may make a diagnosis and design an individualized treatment plan. Concussion online tests are one of the methods your doctor may use to diagnose a concussion. Read…
By Terry Zeigler, EdD, ATC Thermotherapy (heat therapy) can be an effective treatment in facilitating the healing process if it is used properly. However, the application of heat too early can exacerbate…
Looking for a concussion urgent care specialist near you but need help figuring out where to start? Here’s why you should consider Teleconcussion. The use of Telehealth to manage and treat concussions—Teleconcussion—is…
Today’s athletes are confronted with a plethora of foods and beverages containing low-calorie sweeteners (LNCS), like Diet Pepsi, Halo-Top ice cream, Gatorade Zero, or Nuun. Some questions that arise: Are these products…
Athletes tend to do a good job of training their muscles, heart and lungs. But some of them (particularly endurance athletes and those in running sports) commonly fail to train their gut.…
Physical fitness strengthens your children’s bones, muscles, lungs, and heart. But did you know it can also improve their academic performance? Read on to find what the latest evidence says. Increasing your…
In my humble opinion, peanut butter (PB) is one of the best sports foods around. Not only is it yummy, it is also health-promoting and performance enhancing. A review of the research…