Think you're safe from so-called runner's knee because you aren't a runner? Think again! It might as well be called “painful knee” or “chair knee” because plenty of non-runners suffer from this painful, irritating condition. We give you the scoop on this often-vague knee issue...
A new trend has arisen in youth sports. Golf is on the upswing when it comes to children's interest in the sport. Compared to other physical and contact sports, golf is rising steadily compared to past years. One of the best features of the sport is that...
Maybe you've heard of the IT band when a favorite pro athlete has to take some time off, or maybe you haven't heard of it until yours hurts and now you have to learn about it (the hard way). We tell you what your IT...
Do you play on a work softball team? How about sit in the stands for your kids' baseball games? Summer is a season that sees ball parks filled on the weekends and whether you're playing yourself or watching, it's important to know some common ball-player...
Maybe you've been watching the PGA Tour this year and following your favorite golfer and got inspired to improve your game. Maybe you're new to golf and looking forward to the U.S. Open later this month and are hitting the links every weekend in solidarity...
by Matthew Zaudtke, PT, DPT, ATC, OCS As the temperature begins to warm, many golfers dust off their clubs and prepare for an exciting season of golf. Some play the occasional round here and there, while others hit the range any time the weather allows. No...
You've heard it from well-meaning people in your life more times than you can count: your mom, your friends, even that one annoying guy at the office. They all tell you that if you don't give up running, eventually you'll pay the price and blow...
Bad day scenario #1: You play your monthly golf round with friends, only to feel a twinge in your knee. You ignore it, sure it'll feel better in the morning. Sleep is the body's reboot, right? Alas, your knee has other ideas and it hurts...
December is undoubtedly the busiest time of the year for most of us with school programs, neighborhood parties, year-end work activities, Holiday preparations, and family get-togethers. If you are fortunate, you might carve out some time for yourself to relax and maintain your mental and...
