You are recovering from an injury and your doctor has just given you clearance to begin running again. Here is an easy way to phase back into running. The total distance is always 2 miles for this program. Begin by walking 2 miles or 8 laps on a ¼ mile track...
For those of you that know the social media site The Vine, you might appreciate this. Our Athletic Trainer's and Orthotechs got together this morning to show a 6 second video on how to cast a broken wrist. (Warning: movements are fast and may cause some dizziness)
Here are some quick and easy reminders on how to use crutches when climbing up and down steps. When using stairs remember this rule: Up with the good (non-injured leg) and down with the bad (injured leg). Up Stairs 1. Hold the handrail with one hand.
According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, almost everyone will experience back pain at some point in their lives. The pain can range from mild to severe and can be short-lived or long lasting. Although it may not be possible to prevent back pain, there...
A DVT, or deep vein thrombosis is a blood clot formed in a deep vein, typically in the calf or thigh muscle. Several factors may make you at risk for this problem including recent surgery, trauma or fracture; if you are over 60; if you are a smoker; if you are...
There are “mud runs” popping up across the USA. The Ruckus Run, the Rugged Maniac, the Warrior Dash and the Tough Mudder are just a few that are in the KC metro. My advice is to grab some friends and sign up for some mud and fun.
Walking into the cast room can be quite a roller coaster of emotions. In the back of your mind, you know that taking the cast off shouldn’t be horrible. People have had casts removed for several decades without showing up on the news, “Top Story” or “60minutes”...
“The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the most commonly injured ligaments of the knee. The incidence of ACL injuries is currently estimated at approximately 200,000 annually, with 100,000 ACL reconstructions performed each year.
Have you noticed what the all those Royals players are wearing on their thumbs when they hits those well placed RBIs? Batting all the time can aggravate and cause some serious pain, especially when MLB is playing at least three games a week...
You have been officially diagnosed with an ACL tear. You now join the ranks of the athletes that have discussed this injury throughout the last 20 years. Now it is time to determine treatment. There are non-operative and operative options for an ACL tear.
