Quad Contusions
Are you in fear of sustaining a quadriceps muscle contusion? Probably not. That's why, in this article, Emma breaks down exactly what this injury entails, and why it's worth watching out for.
Toe Injuries
Through the vast array of injuries and diseases in the medical world, toe injuries are an often overlooked avenue. In this article, Yingchi explores toe injuries, from symptoms to prevention, in full depth.
Cauliflower Ear
Ever see a well-known athlete sport a cauliflower ear but not know how it happened? In this article, Max demonstrates this condition's various causes and the many treatments used to combat it.
Displaced & Broken Noses
Ever had a problem with a broken nose? Fear no more, for Aayan is here to give out the most important information on broken or damaged nasal structures.
Cervical Stingers
Cervical Stingers are a dangerous type of injury which can affect many athletes participating in contact sports. In this article, Emma identifies the causes, symptoms, and proper treatment for this sort of trauma.
Frostbite: Snow Sports
Athletes are often faced with major weather challenges, especially that of frostbite and hypothermia. In this article, delve into how to fight these cold conditions and prevent further injury.
Menstruation Cycle and Exercise
You're likely familiar with the menstrual cycle, but what's its correlation with exercise? Yong-Lin breaks down their relationship in this article.
Cuboid Syndrome
A foot boneknown as the cuboid plays a central role in arching and walking. But what happens when we land too hard a fall on the cuboid? Here, Jathan breaks down mechanics of cuboid syndrome.
Golf Elbow
Everyday physical actions can impact which parts of your body may experience pain and injury, depending on the sports and types of movements involved. It’s important to pay attention to your body as things can easily be overlooked and ignored. People especially tend to ignore the tightness of their elbow as it is not a common injury and may lead them to believe that it will easily resolve on its own if it does occur.
Groin Strain
A groin strain is an injury that occurs when you tear or pull any muscles in your groin. These groin muscles can be located on either side of your body in the folds (insides) where the belly joins the legs. These muscle groups can be divided into three groups which are your lower abdominal muscles, iliopsoas muscles (the muscles that connect your spine to your hips and legs), and the abductor muscles (six muscles in your thighs and hips). When a groin strain happens the thousands of tiny fibers in your muscles tear apart.
Lisfranc Injuries
When most athletes think about major injuries, they usually gravitate towards knee and shoulder injuries. Rarely do foot injuries come up in these conversations. However, foot injuries can be equally debilitating and possibly season-ending because of the crucial physical role the foot plays. One such injury is a Lisfranc injury, a fracture that causes the displacement of the metatarsals. You may be wondering, what is a Lisfranc injury?
Pectoralis Major Tear
The pectoralis major is a large muscle at the front of the chest, starting from two sections at both the sternum and the clavicle connected through tendons. Tears of the pectoralis major are extremely uncommon, occurring mostly through weightlifting during the eccentric of a movement such as bench or dumbbell press. This article will elaborate on the complications of a pectoralis major tear in addition to the anatomy behind the muscle.
Osgood-Schlatter Disease
Osgood-Schlatter, a disease affecting the tibial tuberosity is common in adolescent athletes. While seemingly minor, the disease can progress, resulting in more painful symptoms. Here’s Aayan to help us understand the condition.
Commotio Cordis
While rare, commotio cordis is extremely serious, as demonstrated by the Damar Hamlin incident. Commotio cordis is a heart condition caused by blunt force trauma, causing the athlete to fall into cardiac arrest. Here’s Nathan to break it down.
