Sports Medicine

Youth Football Injuries Are Up: 10 Tips to Bring Them Down

2022-05-16T13:04:42-07:00

Total youth sports injuries are down for children ages 5-14, yet football injuries for that age group are up—22.8 percent in the last 10 years, according to the American Academy of Orthopaeidc Surgeons. About 10 percent of players suffer an injury and of those, 36 percent require some recovery time or treatment.

Here are 10 tips to prevent injuries. Parents, coaches, and players should adhere to these tips, which apply to youth football players of all ages.

1. Think Safe

The old culture of playing through pain in youth sports is over. Parents and coaches should stress that if a player feels hurt he

Youth Football Injuries Are Up: 10 Tips to Bring Them Down2022-05-16T13:04:42-07:00

Outpatient Total Hip Replacement Puts Golfer Back in Game

2025-06-10T10:19:06-07:00

James Murchison hip replacement GSOS patient

New anterior surgical method cuts costs and recovery time in half

James Murchison had always been an avid athlete. Whether skiing down a mountain or perfecting his golf game, the former baseball and soccer college athlete made it a point to stay active and in shape.

But after a ski injury five years ago, he felt pain in his groin. He assumed he had pulled a muscle. But after visiting an orthopedic physician, the x-rays told a different story.

The angle of the femur, the large bone in

Outpatient Total Hip Replacement Puts Golfer Back in Game2025-06-10T10:19:06-07:00

When can I return to play after a concussion?

2022-03-01T16:22:30-08:00

Dr. Charles Preston explains how much time a concussion should heal before returning to play sports.

Any athlete who has a head injury should let their athletic trainer or parents know as soon as possible. A healthcare professional experienced in evaluating for a concussion needs to let you know when it’s safe to return to play, because returning to play too early can be dangerous.

If your concussion involves memory loss or loss of consciousness, you may not be able to return to play for one to two weeks. After a severe concussion, you may not be able to return to play

When can I return to play after a concussion?2022-03-01T16:22:30-08:00

When Are You Supposed to Use Ice or Heat on an Injury?

2022-03-01T16:26:57-08:00
Dr. Michael Michlitsch of Golden State Orthopedics & Spine explains when ice or heat should be used to treat an injury.

Question: When are you supposed to use ice and when are you supposed to use heat?
Answer: Ice should be used for the first 48-72 hours after an acute injury or until the swelling goes away. Ice should not be left on for more than 20 minutes at a time unless you have some covering on the skin to prevent an injury from the cold. Heat should be used on chronic injuries or stiff muscles or joints and should be used
When Are You Supposed to Use Ice or Heat on an Injury?2022-03-01T16:26:57-08:00

What Is the Best Way to Prevent a Pulled Muscle?

2022-03-01T16:27:42-08:00
Dr. Charles Preston of Golden State Orthopedics & Spine gives tips on preventing a pulled muscle.

Question: What is the best way to prevent a pulled muscle?
Answer: Pulled muscle is a common sports injury. It can range from minor injury to complete rupture. Many factors can lead up to this injury and those factors are what you can pay attention to in order to prevent muscle strain. The keys to prevention are proper warm up, sufficient flexibility, adequate strength and hydration.
What Is the Best Way to Prevent a Pulled Muscle?2022-03-01T16:27:42-08:00

What Is an Apophyseal Injury?

2022-04-21T10:12:05-07:00
Dr. George Tischenko of Golden State Orthopedics & Spine describes an apophyseal injury and explains the time it takes to heal.

Question: What is an apophyseal injury and how long will I be out for?
Answer: Apophyseal injuries are stresses to the growth plate in adolescent athletes. They can range from just a stress reaction with inflammation in the area and soreness, to a complete fracture. Fractures can occur during explosive movements where the muscle is contracted forcibly causing it to pull the bone away from its origin. These injuries usually occur to the heel, the knee or the
What Is an Apophyseal Injury?2022-04-21T10:12:05-07:00

What Is a Staph Infection and How Can I Prevent It?

2022-04-25T10:33:38-07:00
Dr. Charles Preston of Golden State Orthopedics & Spine explains what a staph infection is and how to prevent it.
Question: What is a staph infection and how can I prevent it?

Answer: Staph is a bacteria that can live harmlessly on the skin, but if it gets into an open wound it can cause an infection. The most notable and dangerous staph infection is MRSA, which is resistant to the antibiotics that are commonly used to treat staph. Prevention starts with proper hygiene. Use soap and water, keep wounds covered, never share personal items such as razors or
What Is a Staph Infection and How Can I Prevent It?2022-04-25T10:33:38-07:00

I Have Trouble Straightening My Elbow, Whats Wrong?

2022-04-29T09:17:25-07:00

Dr. Michael Michlitsch of Golden State Orthopedics & Spine discusses reasons someone might have problems straightening their elbow.

Question: I have a question for the doctor. I have trouble straightening my elbow, what’s wrong?

Answer: Many young gymnasts or baseball players are injured by repetitive, forceful extension of the elbow, such as with throwing a baseball. When overuse occurs, often combined with improper mechanics, stretching out or injury to the ligaments on the inside of the elbow occurs and compression to the bones and ligaments to the outside of the back of the elbow occurs. This may result in
I Have Trouble Straightening My Elbow, Whats Wrong?2022-04-29T09:17:25-07:00

Should I Wear a Brace While Lifting Weights?

2022-04-29T06:56:19-07:00

Dr. Abid Qureshi of Golden State Orthopedics & Spine discusses whether or not to wear a brace while lifting weights.

Question: Should I wear a brace while lifting weights?

Answer: Usually not necessary unless you are lifting very heavy weights or have a predisposition for back problems.
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Should I Wear a Brace While Lifting Weights?2022-04-29T06:56:19-07:00

How Can We Prevent Injuries While Cheerleading?

2022-03-02T06:12:10-08:00
Question: How do we prevent injuries while cheerleading?
Answer: Injuries to those athletes on the sidelines often don’t get mentioned. However, there are more than 3.5 million cheerleaders in the United States, and they can suffer injuries, often rather severe ones to the wrists and shoulders, knees and ankles, and head and neck. Stunt restrictions can reduce the number and severity of catastrophic injuries. Such safety measures, such as height restrictions in human pyramids, improvements in the thrower to flyer ratio, and increasing the number of spotters for each individual above shoulder level are routinely in place. Basket toss stunts – where
How Can We Prevent Injuries While Cheerleading?2022-03-02T06:12:10-08:00

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