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| Tip #1 |
Shin Splints |
Shin splints have been around for as long as we remember. Did you know that some ways to prevent shin splints from occurring are to wear supportive footwear, avoid increasing your running mileage too suddenly, and maintaining good arches in your feet. For an assessment of your foot arches and advice on preventing shin splints, visit one of our sports medicine experts by Logging onto USFORTHO.COM |
| Tip #2 |
Muscle Cramps |
Muscle cramps and dehydration can occur from a combination of hot and humid weather conditions as well as improper hydration. To avoid these heat-illness related symptoms, drink lots of fluids 2 hours prior to activity, as well as throughout the activity. Never wait until you are thirsty to drink fluids! To learn more about preventing muscle cramps and heat illnesses, Log onto USFORTHO.COM |
| Tip #3 |
Concussion Symptoms |
Multiple concussions sustained by athletes can have long-lasting lifetime implications. Having a headache is just one important symptom associated with a concussion. To learn more about how to recognize early warning signs of a concussion,Log onto USFORTHO.COM |
| Tip #4 |
Preventing Ankle Sprains |
Have you sprained your ankle? Did you know that you can increase your playing time and reduce the risk of re-injuring your ankle ligaments by performing exercises specifically designed to prevent recurrent ankle sprains? To learn more about these exercises, Log onto USFORTHO.COM |
| Tip #5 |
Shoulder Separations |
When your collarbone (clavicle) separates from your shoulder blade (scapula), you may have experienced a separated shoulder. Though quite painful, proper rehabilitation and protective equipment may assure a timely return to activity and sports participation. To learn more, Log onto USFORTHO.COM |
| Tip #6 |
Proper Tackling Techniques |
Proper tackling requires good technique. To reduce your risk of injury, keep your head up when making a tackle. To learn more about injury prevention and sports safety, Log onto USFORTHO.COM |
| Tip #7 |
Treating Bruises |
Muscle bruises (contusions) have often been treated as mild injuries. However, some may lead to excessive bleeding inside the muscle that delays a timely return to activities and sports participation. To learn more about effectively treating muscle bruises, Log onto USFORTHO.COM |
| Tip #8 |
MRSA |
“MRSA” is a deadly bacteria that rapidly spreads in dark moist locations, such as locker rooms and dirty uniforms. Maintaining a clean environment and closely watching your own skin for unusual changes is important in preventing this unnecessary condition from creeping into the sports world. To learn more about keeping MRSA away from your team, Log onto USFORTHO.COM |
| Tip #9 |
Burners |
“Burners” and “stingers” are two terms that have been used to describe a stretch of the nerves connecting the neck to the arm. A common injury seen in contact sports, immediate and customized treatment approaches can minimize the effects of this injury. For more information, Log onto USFORTHO.COM |
| Tip #10 |
Turf Toe |
Turf toe is the nickname given to a sprain of the ligament that protects the big toe. Though a very small ligament, when injured it causes significant pain with every step. Fortunately, there are ways to minimize the injury and help return people back to activity and sports quicker. To learn more about turf toe injuries, Log onto USFORTHO.COM |
| Tip #11 |
Knee Cartilage Tear |
The cartilage in your knee is an important shock absorber that when torn can lead to impaired activity and performance. Tearing this cartilage can occur when your foot is planted on the ground and the rest of your body twists. To learn more about this injury, Log onto USFORTHO.COM |
| Tip #12 |
Warm Up |
Proper warm-up and stretching that is activity-specific may reduce the risk of muscle and tendon injuries. USF’s SMART Institute has developed sport-specific programs for everyone. To learn what you can do to enhance your performance, Log onto USFORTHO.COM |
| Tip #13 |
Spinal Disk |
The The disk in your spine serve as a shock absorber for all activities. With poor posture, body mechanics or poor technique, these disk can undergo compressive forces beyond their tolerance. To learn about reducing the risk of spinal disk injuries, Log onto USFORTHO.COM |
