in Ankle and foot injuries, Joint injuries, Masterclass, Overuse injuries
In the first of this three-part masterclass article, Chris Mallac discusses the progression from acute ankle sprain to chronic and recurrent instability, the relevant anatomy and biomechanics, and how chronic instability can be identified in the athlete. Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries experienced by athletes, and account for a large percentage of... MORE
in Diagnose & Treat, Email Newsletters, Shoulder injuries
Admittedly most soccer related injuries are to the lower extremities. However a recent study by researchers at Brown University found that a rising number of soccer related injuries are suffered in the upper extremity(1). The study evaluated a sample of 100 hospital emergency departments from 1999 to 2016 and found that nearly a quarter (20.4%)... MORE
in Acute injuries, Ankle and foot injuries, Diagnose & Treat
Trevor Langford looks the anatomy and physiology of Morton’s neuroma and reviews evidence-based clinical examination tools and management techniques. A Morton’s neuroma is an enlargement of the nerve branches of the intermetatarsal spaces of the forefoot. The nerve between the third and fourth metatarsal bones (80-85%) are most often affected and less common is the... MORE
in Diagnose & Treat, Hip injuries
When it comes to sporting injuries, the hip and groin area is one of the most complex regions, presenting a huge diagnostic challenge to clinicians. Tracy Ward dissects this fascinating structure into hip joint, adductor, and abdominal pathologies, and provides suggestions to diagnose and treat. The hip is a major weight-bearing joint, which transfers the... MORE
in Leg injuries, Musculoskeletal injuries, Overuse injuries
Sean Fyfe sheds light on the best way to rehabilitate and prevent future recurrence of soleus muscle injuries in distance runners. There are many causes of calf pain in runners. However, when the most obvious causes are eliminated and pain still persists, therapists may be left scratching their heads. If that is the case,... MORE
in Acute injuries, Diagnose & Treat, Leg injuries, Overuse injuries
Andrew Hamilton reviews the clinical presentation and assessment of quadriceps strains, along with a discussion of appropriate imaging used in diagnosis. Strains and contusions of the quadriceps are common in sport and frequently result in lost time from training and competition. Acute strain injuries of the quadriceps occur in sports such as soccer, rugby, and football,... MORE
in Email Newsletters, Hip injuries, Overuse injuries
Groin pain often plagues athletes who kick, cut, and twist as part of their sport. Studies suggest the incidence in male soccer players to be 18% of all injuries each year(1). One cause of groin pain – accounting for 3% to 5% of injuries- is osteitis pubis (OP)(1). With OP, athletes typically complain of pain... MORE
in Joint injuries, Masterclass, Overuse injuries, Shoulder injuries
Chris Mallac describes the anatomy and biomechanics of the infraspinatus, outlines some common injury mechanisms, and provides rehab ideas to improve strength and range of motion in this muscle. The infraspinatus (IS), a muscle of the glenohumeral joint, has multiple functions. These include shoulder external rotation, abduction, and stabilization. It works in conjunction with the... MORE
in Anatomy, Diagnose & Treat, Hip injuries, Uncommon injuries
In the series on unusual sporting injuries and conditions, Chris Mallac explores a condition known as external iliac artery endofibrosis, including its pathogenesis in athletes, the typical symptoms, its diagnosis, and the management options available to the clinician. Many athletes experience a certain degree of muscle pain, cramp, and fatigue during high-intensity efforts. Most of these sensations... MORE
in Email Newsletters, Hip injuries
Running is a series of leaps off from one foot to the other. At no time are both feet on the ground. Therefore, running requires solid stability in dynamic unilateral stance. Elite runners run so fast that their unilateral stance time is mere moments. When the foot remains so briefly on the ground, their structural... MORE
