One of the most common causes of shoulder pain is rotator cuff inflammation. The rotator cuff involves 4 tendons which control shoulder motion. Unfortunately, a delicate blood supply, poor posture, and repetitive overhead activity can cause rotator cuff inflammation and tearing.
During basketball and volleyball we see an increase in pain in the front of the knee. The pain begins due to the sudden increase in jumping which takes place in these sports.
During basketball and volleyball we see an increase in ankle sprains usually due to rolling the ankle or landing awkwardly. It is important to have the appropriate shoes to protect the ankle in these sports.
Arthritis symptoms typically involve aching and throbbing pain. Some will notice swelling and pain with movement of the joint. The joint will often feel stiff first this in the morning and then loosen up as the day goes on.
Anterior cruciate ligament injuries are on the rise – mostly due to the dramatic increase in participation in athletics. The largest increase in sports participation is among female athletes
Coaches must always keep in mind that the health of their players is just as important as developing their skills. I recommend that coaches encourage preseason physicals by an appropriate health care provider.
Too much participation can certainly manifest with overuse injuries but it’s also important to pay attention for other signs your child is experiencing burnout. Look for fatigue, mood changes, sleeplessness, decline in academic performance, headaches, and signs of stress.
I advise first and foremost to spend some time writing down your goals. Training for a marathon is much different than training to lose weight or get ready for the upcoming soccer season.
Whether you are new to running or have been running marathons for years, you need to be aware of some common running injuries so that you can recognize the symptoms and seek assistance as quickly as possible.
We asked local physical therapist, Cindy Shimamoto, to give us some insight on anterior knee pain. Her complete contact information is listed below. Whether you are new to running or have been running marathons for years, you need to be aware of some common running injuries so that you can recognize the symptoms and seek
633 Emerson Road, Suite 100
Creve Coeur, MO 63141
Tel: 314.991.2107
Fax: 314.991.2108
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