Sports Medicine Archives

5 Dec , 2024

Sports Injury Hall of Fame: Bo Jackson

football, hall of fame, sports injury Sports Medicine

Facing the Impossible It is an incredible feat of endurance and talent to make it to the big leagues. Playing one sport is already tough and demanding enough, let alone two. Hailing from Bessemer, Alabama, Bo Jackson was an authentic bi-athlete,...

25 Oct , 2024

Sports Injury Hall of Fame: Edwin Diaz

Carrie Dunn

baseball, edwin diaz, mets, patellar injury, playoffs News, Sports Medicine

Edwin Diaz’ Wild Ride The endeavor of representing your country on a global stage can end up being the biggest opportunity of someone’s life. For the New York Mets’ Edwin Diaz, his grand victory lead to a moment of intense embarrassment, and the l...

20 Sep , 2024

Sports Injury Hall of Fame: Derrick Rose

Carrie Dunn

acl tear, Basketball, derrick rose, nba Hot Topics, Sports Medicine

The Tragic Story of Derrick Rose 15 years into an otherwise illustrious and accomplished career, Derrick Rose remains one of the greatest ‘What If?’ stories in the history of American sports. He started his career as the #1 pick in the 2008 NBA...

13 Oct , 2023

Football and CTE

Carrie Dunn

cte, football Headache Clinic, Hot Topics, Neurology, Sports Medicine

Football is back! However, that means that there will inevitably be an increase in severe injuries for professional, amateur, and even student athletes alike. Before we take the time to celebrate the return of such a beloved sport, it may be import...

8 Sep , 2023

Sports Physicals for Student Athletes.

Carrie Dunn

sports physicals, student athletes Community, Pain Management, Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine, Uncategorized

Attention Students! Healthpointe is offering a $30 discount on routine Sports Physicals for student athletes for their upcoming seasons at our offices in: Colton, Corona, Garden Grove, Irwindale, La Mirada, and Temecula. Call or text (714) 367-5...

20 Jul , 2023

Common Baseball Injuries

Carrie Dunn

baseball injuries, rotator cuff, wrist Sports Medicine

Baseball is the ultimate hallmark of American culture. It is the epitome of our country’s pursuit of the dream of success. This glory comes with associated pressure and risks. Every position in the sport is under risk of serious injury that could a...

30 Jun , 2023

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LGBT Athletes Who Changed the World of Sports

Alex Currie

athletes, lgbt, world of sports Sports Medicine

The world we live in today is more accepting and appreciative of the LGBTQIA+ community than ever before, but it wasn't always that way. For decades, the world of sports was considered to be almost exclusively heterosexual, and coming ou...

22 Jun , 2023

Yoga Poses to Relieve Pain

Carrie Dunn

pain management, stretches, yoga Holistic Medicine, Hot Topics, Pain Management, Sports Medicine, Uncategorized

Yoga Poses to Relieve Pain June 21st marks international Yoga day! To celebrate, here are 3 yoga positions to help relieve body pain! If you or a loved one continue to deal with pain, contact Healthpointe today. We have a team of specialists who a...

16 Jun , 2023

Managing Leg Cramps

Carrie Dunn

charley horse, diet, leg cramps, stretches Orthopedics, Pain Management, Sports Medicine

What is a Charley Horse? Also called a “Charley Horse,” are tight muscle contractions that are involuntary, painful, and can last between seconds and minutes. They can interrupt exercise, sleep, labor, and the activities of daily living. They can...

24 Jun , 2022

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The 4 Most Common Swimming Injuries and How to Prevent Them

Alex Currie

orthopedics, Sports Medicine, swimming injuries Orthopedics, Sports Medicine

While swimming is a great form of exercise, it can also be dangerous if proper safety precautions are not taken. Injuries can occur from overuse or from improper technique. This post will explore the most common swimming injuries and how to preven...

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