Athletes health

Athletes May Continue To Play After Shoulder Joint Replacement

harminka — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 00:53:01 -0500

Replacing a joint in any part of the body often leads to a long recovery process and the possibility of not being able to return to a sport or activity. However, a new study presented at the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine's (AOSSM) Annual Meeting in Keystone, Colorado, (July 9-12) presents findings that even an older individual who receives a total shoulder joint replacement can return to full participation within approximately six months of surgery.

Athletes with asthma need more help from their team trainers

harminka — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 12:01:26 -0500

Very few athletic trainers associated with National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) programs said that they were following best practice standards for managing asthma among their athletes, according to a new study.

Athletes not spared from health risks of metabolic syndrome

harminka — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 09:25:51 -0600

College-age football players who gain weight to add power to their blocks and tackles might also be setting themselves up for diabetes and heart disease later in life, a new study suggests.

Staying active may lower health risks for retired athletes

harminka — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 08:50:55 -0600

The larger body size of professional football players doesn’t increase risk of cardiovascular disease or atherosclerosis after they retire, according to research presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2008.

Appropriate exercise can help prevent ACL injuries in female athletes

harminka — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 04:59:58 -0500

The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) is urging female athletes — particularly soccer players — to consider a new warm-up program to help lower their growing risk of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries.

Screening for heart disorders in competitive athletes would save lives

harminka — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 02:38:53 -0500

Cardiovascular evaluation, including resting and exercise electrocardiography, before participation in competitive sports: cross sectional study

Pitching mound height affects throwing motion, injury risk

harminka — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 01:50:49 -0500

A study involving several Major League Baseball pitchers indicates that the height of the pitcher’s mound can affect the athlete’s throwing arm motion, which may lead to potential injuries because of stress on the shoulder and elbow.

Spring training for parents?

harminka — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 02:54:30 -0500

As cries of “play ball” ring out this spring, they undoubtedly will be followed by complaints of anxiety and stress from young athletes wanting to quit sports.

Emergency treatment for neck injuries in young sports athletes no different than adults

harminka — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 10:05:07 -0600

New guidelines for on-field treatment and emergency transport of young athletes with suspected neck injuries should recommend keeping both helmet and shoulder pads on for initial stabilization and transport, followed by removal of both, once the patient is in a controlled setting, according to new research released today at the 2008 American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine Specialty Day at The Moscone Center.,

Drugs to bulk up muscles may make injuries more likely

harminka — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 05:00:22 -0600

Block the action of a protein that normally regulates muscle mass, and watch your muscles grow.

Researchers locate neurological basis of depression following sports concussion

harminka — Sat, 19 Jan 2008 14:43:52 -0600

Researchers at the Montreal Neurological Institute of McGill University have identified the neurological basis of depression in male athletes with persisting post-concussion symptoms. The study, published in this week’s issue of Archives of General Psychiatry, has important clinical implications for the treatment of individuals who have suffered a cerebral concussion.

Supplements even confuse athletes

harminka — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 08:46:46 -0600

As winter approaches many of us reach for over-the-counter vitamins and herbal remedies, such as Vitamin C and Echinacea, in a bid to ward off illnesses and improve health. But the vast array of supplements available and lack of industry regulation make it difficult for the average person to make an informed choice about taking supplements.