Sports Medicine Articles Archives - Page 4 of 11

7 Feb , 2020

Running Shoes Running Down Street During Marathon

Healthy Running – Injuries to Know, and How to Avoid Them

Achilles tendinitis, brea 8k, healthy running, shin splints, Sports Medicine, sports physicals Community Articles, Hot Topic Articles, Sports Medicine Articles

Here at Healthpointe, we love to run – so much so, that this year we’ve decided to sponsor and participate in one of Southern California’s biggest annual running events, the Brea 8k. We agree that running is one of the best ways to stay in shape, a...

10 Jan , 2020

Three Common Soccer Injuries

Kasondra Perez

ankle brace, ankle sprain, bone scan, ct scan, mri, sprained ankle Pain Management Articles, Sports Medicine Articles

Soccer can be one of the more competitive and aggressive sports out there (we see you rugby), meaning that the injuries that are sometimes seen can be severe. While some may be worse than others, certain ones are also more common than others. Altho...

3 Dec , 2019

Rain Running for the Adventurous Athlete

Camilla S.

athlete, conditioning, cross country, orthopedics, physical therapy, rain, running, Sports Medicine Hot Topic Articles, Sports Medicine Articles, Weight Management Articles

If you’re a Southern California native, the idea of a rainy season may seem peculiar, or even off-putting, compared to the bright and sunny weather that you are likely accustomed to. While there are certain precautions that should be taken while be...

5 Jul , 2018

True or False: Debunking Common Myths About Wound Care

Brandon Davila

debunk, wound care Dermatology Articles, Sports Medicine Articles

Below are some facts about wound care! 1. It is best to clean a wound with hydrogen peroxide / rubbing alcohol. False: Rubbing alcohol and hydrogen peroxide can actually delay the healing of wounds and cause damage to tissue. Although rubbing a...

16 Mar , 2018

Tips to Prevent Sports Injuries

Kim McIntosh

sports, Sports Medicine, tips Orthopedics Articles, Sports Medicine Articles

It seems like every other day, another professional athlete is “out for the season” because of a (sometimes preventable) sports injury. According to Healthpointe’s sports medicine department, some of the most common sports injuries that are seen in...

2 Sep , 2017

9 Creative Ways to Exercise

Kristin Minasian

Sports Medicine Articles

Feeling stuck in your workout routine? Get unstuck, with the following creative ways to exercise! Grab a friend and a volleyball, and go! Forget fancy and expensive gym memberships: the best exercise arises when you are being challenged – esp...

28 Aug , 2017

Top 5 Common Summer Illnesses and How to Fight Them

Brandon Davila

Sports Medicine Articles

Summer is here, and it’s time to have fun! Summertime for most people may mean a swim at the beach or pool, a visit to a water park, a hike to the woods, or even a nice evening out by the campfire. However, before lacing up those boots for the n...

21 Aug , 2017

The Top 5 Preventable Sports Injuries That You Should Look Out for This Fall

Kristin Minasian

Sports Medicine Articles

Top 5 Preventable Sports Injuries Summer’s almost over! This means that the fall sports season will be here in no time. If you’re anxious to get out on the field and start playing without any preparation, be warned! Failure to stretch, warm up, an...

30 Jun , 2017

Useful information on IT Band Pain and Relief

Jessica Pena

Orthopedics Articles, Sports Medicine Articles

Are you an avid runner, hiker, or just athletic? Then listen up! You just might want to know about Iliotibial Band Syndrome (IT Band Syndrome) and how to avoid it. The Iliotibial (IT) band is a tendon located at the hip and is attached to your...

22 May , 2017

What is Sports Medicine?

Kristin Minasian

Sports Medicine Articles

Ever heard of the term ‘sports medicine,’ but had no idea what it meant? Have no fear, Healthpointe is here to help you understand sports medicine and all that it has to offer! The following is a summary of sports medicine, whom it’s for, and wh...

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