News Feature Channel: Sports Medicine

Hss Appoints Daphne A. Scott, Md, Chief of Primary Sports Medicine

Hospital for Special Surgery — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 13:10:22 EST

HSS Appoints Daphne A. Scott, MD, Chief of Primary Sports Medicine

Get a Grip: The Best Thumb Position for Disc Launch Speed and Spin Rate

American Institute of Physics (AIP) — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 11:00:00 EST

Disc golf is a sport growing in popularity, but there hasn't been much research into the best techniques - until now. Researchers and disc golf enthusiasts have determined the best thumb position on a disc to maximize angular and translational speeds.

Detroit Lions Aidan Hutchinson Tibia Break Against Dallas Cowboys

Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 09:20:16 EST

Three-Time Olympic Medalist Paige Madden Partners with Autoimmune Association to Raise Awareness for Autoimmune Disease

Autoimmune Association — Tue, 01 Oct 2024 09:00:59 EST

The Autoimmune Association is proud to announce a new partnership with U.S. Olympic swimmer Paige Madden, a decorated athlete and champion in the pool, to amplify awareness of autoimmune diseases.

Supporting Orthopedic Research Through Sport

RUSH — Wed, 25 Sep 2024 13:05:43 EST

When it comes to improving health care and finding new, effective ways to treat patients, it takes a village. A village that both leads and supports research. And that's the driving force behind the eighth annual Chicago Sports Summit. Hosted by Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, the Summit brings together leaders from across Chicago's dynamic sports scene.

The Medical Minute: Return to Play After Injury -- What Athletes and Families Should Know

Penn State Health — Wed, 25 Sep 2024 09:05:28 EST

Concussions, meniscus tears and ankle sprains can happen to any athlete. But not every athlete has an army of sports medicine experts behind them. Four Penn State Health experts discuss common sports injuries among athletes and what you can do to prevent them.

Terry Named NFL's Senior Director of Research

Vanderbilt University Medical Center — Wed, 25 Sep 2024 09:05:08 EST

Douglas Terry, PhD, a neuropsychologist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, will work with the National Football League (NFL) as the Senior Director of Research.

Professor Leads Charge to Change Policy Regarding Sports Safety in Florida High Schools

University of Florida — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 11:05:20 EST

The statewide policy clarifies expectations for heat safety modifications during sports, promotes communication and secure documentation for health-related information, and sets the minimum standard for access to health care services at events.

Cedars-Sinai Named Official Medical Provider for Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games

Cedars-Sinai — Fri, 20 Sep 2024 11:05:07 EST

Cedars-Sinai has announced a partnership with the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games to serve as the Official Medical Provider for the 2028 Games, providing the highest-quality care for athletes, coaches, team personnel and visitors who travel across the world for the competitions in Los Angeles.

Cedars-Sinai Nombrado Proveedor Medico Oficial de los Juegos Olimpicos y Paralimpicos de Los Angeles 2028

Cedars-Sinai — Fri, 20 Sep 2024 11:05:00 EST

Cedars-Sinai ha anunciado hoy su asociacion con los Juegos Olimpicos y Paralimpicos de LA28 para fungir como proveedor medico oficial de los Juegos de 2028, proporcionando atencion de la mas alta calidad a los atletas, entrenadores, personal del equipo y visitantes que viajen de todo el mundo con motivo de las competencias en Los Angeles.

Houston Methodist and Rice University team up to track gut-brain connection

Houston Methodist — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 16:05:47 EST

For the next two years, 120 Division I Rice University athletes will be part of a concussion study with Houston Methodist researchers to identify reliable and novel concussion biomarkers in their gut microbiomes in ways that standard brain imaging cannot.

Ucla Health Opens Same-Day Orthopedic Clinic to Meet the Needs of the Community

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Health Sciences — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 16:05:46 EST

UCLA Health has opened a dedicated walk-in orthopedic clinic where adults and children with unexpected, acute orthopedic injuries such as fractures, pulled muscles and sprains can go for specialized care without the wait times often associated with emergency room or urgent care visits.

Sports Medicine Physician: Remain Skeptical of Guardian Caps

New York Institute of Technology, New York Tech — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 16:25:17 EST

Study recommends nutrition coaching for young athletes

UT Southwestern Medical Center — Tue, 10 Sep 2024 11:05:11 EST

Young athletes face an array of nutritional risks that could hamper their performance, recovery from injury, and overall wellness, researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center and Scottish Rite for Children found.

Is Your Child Safe Playing Sports?

George Washington University — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 10:05:38 EST

New York Jets Quarterback Aaron Rodgers Makes A Comeback After Season Ending Achilles Injury With The Jets Last Year

Hackensack Meridian Health — Tue, 27 Aug 2024 09:05:24 EST

Achilles tear surgery and comeback

Playing Sports in the Extreme Heat

George Washington University — Tue, 13 Aug 2024 14:05:12 EST

Mount Sinai to Serve as Official Hospital and Medical Services Provider of the US Open for 12th Year

Mount Sinai Health System — Mon, 12 Aug 2024 10:05:44 EST

Mount Sinai is celebrating its 12th year as the official hospital and medical services provider of the US Open Tennis Championships, which begins with Fan Week August 19-25 and continues with the Main Draw August 26-September 8. It is also Mount Sinai's 10th year in this capacity for the U.S. Teams for the Billie Jean King Cup and Davis Cup events.

Natural grass may pose greater risk for football concussions

UT Southwestern Medical Center — Mon, 12 Aug 2024 10:05:18 EST

Young football players who sustained a head-to-ground concussion practicing or playing games on natural grass experienced more symptoms - and significantly higher severity - than those who suffered concussions on artificial turf, researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center found.

Expert available to speak about how Olympic athletes get medical support during the Games

Northern Arizona University — Wed, 07 Aug 2024 16:05:37 EST