Monthly Archives: May 2014

Pre- and Post-Game Nutrition

Amy Hayslett, MSED, ATC, CSCS, EMT-E Proper fueling before a sports contest can be just as important as game plans and winning strategies.  Adequate amounts of food and fluids before competition can maximize athletic performance and improve recovery time.  The … Continue reading

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Hamstring Strain: What you can do to help prevent it from happening to you.

PART 1 By. Meghan Poindexter, LPTA Muscle strains of the legs are among the most common injuries seen in sports. Hamstring strains, more specifically, are the most common lower extremity muscle strain seen in athletes.  Most of the time you’ll … Continue reading

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The Grief of an Injury

By: Kate Bartlett, MS, ATC, VATL When injuries occur, there are many things to think about.  The physical signs and symptoms alert you to the injury and are the immediate concern.  When experiencing physical pain, or seeing a loved one … Continue reading

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Youth Injuries in Sports

An interesting infographic from Safe Kids Worldwide.  

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Sore Shoulder Lifting Recommendations

By: Tim McDonald, PT, ATC Your shoulder isn’t feeling quite right.  It’s a little uncomfortable to throw, or it hurts when you put on a shirt or coat, or when you comb your hair.  If you lift weights, here are … Continue reading

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