Blog Archive
Rotator Cuff Strengthening: EMG Based Data for Optimization
Rotator cuff strengthening dominates rehabilitation programs, but currently is not regionally specific. Resisted external rotation (ER) exercises are commonly included in rotator cuff rehabilitation and tend to recruit the entire cuff as indicated by EMG, with slight postural variations. However, regional muscle activation during ER exercises performed in different postures and...
Exercises for Athletes with Acute Hamstring Injuries
Quick Lit keeps you up to date on all things sports medicine Therapeutic Exercises and Modalities in Athletes With Acute Hamstring Injuries Resource: Sports Health: First published online August 22, 202 Background: Hamstring strain is a common injury to the lower limbs. Early intervention in the acute phase aids with restoring...
Determination for Return to Play after Shoulder Dislocations (Post-op)
Determination for Return to Play after Shoulder Dislocations (Post-op) A study was performed including participants were contact or overhead athletes at the high school or collegiate level. Each underwent arthroscopic Bankart repair after a single dislocation event, with less than 10% glenoid bone loss. Western Ontario Shoulder Instability Index...
How do I improve ankle mobility?
Ankle Mobility Here are some of our favorite tools for stretching, as well as our favorite blog that provides video content on the best ways to improve ankle mobility. Enjoy! Prostretch: The Powerstep UltraFlexx Foot Rocker holds the foot in a proper position to stretch and strengthen the muscles, ligaments and...
Rotator Cuff Tears: When Should I Have Surgery?
When Rotator Cuff Surgery is Recommended Your doctor may offer surgery as an option for a torn rotator cuff if your pain does not improve with nonsurgical methods. Continued pain is the main indication for surgery. If you are very active and use your arms for overhead work or sports,...
ACL PreHab: Why + How?
ACL PreHab: Why + How? The importance of prehab prior to ACL reconstruction is simply to optimize your ultimate post-operative outcome. The better your motion and strength before surgery, the smoother the recovery process will go! After sustaining an ACL tear, you will likely experience swelling, decreased motion and quad...
Achilles Tendinitis
Achilles Tendinitis Achilles tendinitis is a common condition that occurs when the large tendon that runs down the back of the lower leg becomes irritated and inflamed. The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the body. It connects the calf muscles to the heel bone and is used when...
Dr. Logan @ USOPC Medical Meeting
Dr. Logan was an invitee to the prestigious 2022 USOPC-NGB Medical Meeting from Aug. 26-27. Physicians in attendance will hear from a distinguished group of medical professionals across the Olympic and Paralympic Movement to learn about a variety of healthcare topics (concussion, cardiac, pulmonary, dermatologic, dental, ocular, environmental illness, female...
ACL Surgery: Should I obtain a sport brace when I return to play?
Since 1983, CTi knee braces have been tested and trusted by recreational and professional sports athletes around the world. Patients who manage their ACL injuries both surgically and non-surgically may benefit from a sport brace to enable full return to sport and recreational activities. Always at the forefront of innovation,...
Achilles Tendon Injuries: When to Repair
On a recent episode of The Sports Docs Pods, we chatted about treatment of Achilles tendon ruptures. We’ve seen this injury across many sports and in very prominent players – Kevin Durant, Klay Thompson, Brandon Brooks who tore both of his Achilles tendons one year apart. This can be a devastating...
