Female Athletes

The period problem: does menstruation make females more vulnerable...

in Female Athletes, Prevent

Because menstruation is the visible sign of the female reproductive cycle, it’s natural to assume women should take it easy during this time. However, new research calls this thinking into question. Jasmine Marcus explores the topic and suggests that ovulation, not menstruation, may put athletes at a higher injury risk.  More and more young girls... MORE

Getting over the hurdle: restoring power and function to...

in Anatomy, Diagnose & Treat, Female Athletes, Improve

Tighter is not better, and strengthening is not always the answer when muscles are stiff or sore. Sandra Hilton expounds on why this is as true for the pelvic floor as stiff backs, shoulders, or ankles. Treating pelvic pain is a unique challenge because its the association with bowel, bladder, and sexual function. A common misconception... MORE