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  • Patellar Tendonitis or Jumper's Knee

    Patellar tendonitis is the condition that occurs when the tendon becomes inflamed and irritated. This problem is most often seen in athletes who do repetitive jumping, the reason patellar tendonitis is often called "jumper's knee." Patellar tendonitis is most often seen in participants of sports such as basketball and volleyball, although it can also be seen in runners and other types of athletes.

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  • Treatment Options for Calcific Tendonitis of the Shoulder

    Calcific tendonitis is a common source of shoulder pain and can be a frustration given the severity of pain and the duration of symptoms. However, the news is not all bad! On a positive note, the vast majority of patients do find relief with nonsurgical treatments for this condition.

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  • Just Hanging Out for Shoulder Health and Pain Relief

    He found that in 90% of his patient population who were expected to have shoulder surgery, prescribing one movement as an alternative actually eliminated their pain altogether. And this movement is the brachial dead hang.

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  • An Olympic Doctor Discusses the Effect of the Coronavirus on Sports

    Though the Summer Games in Tokyo are expected to go on as scheduled, β€œit is a dynamically changing situation,” said Jonathan Finnoff, the new chief medical officer for Team U.S.A.

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  • How to Reduce a Dislocated Shoulder

    Medical attention should be sought anytime a shoulder dislocation is treated, but sometimes it is not possible. Hikers, kayakers, mountaineers, and other outdoor athletes may be days from medical help, and these people should know how to treat a shoulder dislocation properly to avoid causing further damage.

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