Let's learn a little bit more about CrossFit— then talk about some of the common CrossFit injuries.
All by Dr. William Sterett, M.D.
What’s The Difference Between Shoulder Dislocation and Shoulder Separation?
I hear people refer to shoulder separations and shoulder dislocations as the same thing quite often. Let’s clear up the confusion.
4 pro tips to keep running and and still avoid knee injuries
When it comes to running, there are some preventative measures we can take to minimize the risk of soreness or major injury to the knees.
Will an ACL Tear End Your Athletic Career?
Don’t worry. In this day and age, an ACL Tear is merely a setback, not a career-ender.
How Do You Tell If You Need Rotator Cuff Surgery?
A injury to the rotator cuff due to an intense trauma such as a bad fall will cause intense pain to the shoulder, combined with weakness in the upper arm. So how do you know if you need rotator cuff surgery?
Health Q&A: the Female Athlete's Triad
It's not just the ladies at the top of the podium who face pressure. Many female athletes are becoming more susceptible to this female athlete's triad.
Let's Talk ACL Tear Recovery
ACL recovery for modern-day athletes has improved dramatically from the past.
4 Tips To Avoid Joint Pain in The Knees
Knee pain can slow you down. And when it starts forcing you to give up the activities you want to do, we know that knee pain is taking its toll
What are the common Types of Knee Surgeries?
Wha are the types of knee surgeries? Here are some of the more common ones.
Are the "Yips" In Golf An Orthopaedic Problem?
As you are following through on your putting motion, your hand spasms and you shank the ball badly. You shrug it off. But then, two holes later, the same thing happens! Oh no. You’ve got the yips!
Meniscus OR Articular Cartilage? What’s the difference?
Confused by the difference between the meniscus and articular cartilage? You're not alone. Let's clear it up.
Recovering from a Torn Meniscus
A torn meniscus is damage to the "cushion cartilage" of the knee. Left untreated, it can lead to arthritis.
What's The Difference Between The Male and Female ACL?
There are some crucial differences that make diagnosing, treating, and preventing knee injuries in females slightly different than in their male counterparts. Let’s talk about them here.
What is a Labrum Tear of The Shoulder?
A labrum tear of the shoulder can be painful. Here's some info on the torn labrum from Dr. Bill Sterett.
How Adopting the Right Mindset Can Help You Recover from Orthopedic Surgery
Just because you are not a world-cup winning skier, NBA player, or college soccer star doesn't mean you can't recover like one!
5 Ways to Stop Knee Pain
Nobody wants to have their quality of life diminished by pain. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to help stop knee pain without having to undergo surgery. I'll outline a few here today!
The AC Joint (Shoulder) Separation
When we talk about the AC Joint Separation, we are referring to a “shoulder separation”. Most often, we see this injury in football and other contact sports.
What are Medial Meniscus Tears?
Medial meniscus tears impact the "cushion cartilage" of the knee. With damage to the medial meniscus, we face an increased risk of osteoarthritis.
Should You Get Stem Cell treatments For Knee Arthritis?
Stem Cells for arthritis are everywhere... but ARE they the real deal for your knee? There are several different aspects of stem cell treatment. Find out more about stem cell treatments here.
3 Videos For Parents of Kids and Teens with ACL Tears
Nobody wants to deal with their child being hurt or injured. But, as I know from personal experience, having kids and teens who are active in competitive sports creates a potential for injuries, one of the scariest being ACL tears.