Jeffrey M Witman DPM

It is very important to warm up before preforming any exercise or exertion. Stretching and warming up the muscles and tendons is important as well as gradually intensifying the exercise level.

Did you know that elbow injuries account for 7 percent of all sports injuries? One common injury is tennis elbow, which is caused by tendon degeneration in the elbow caused by repeated movement. Here, the pain is usually located on the outside of the elbow.

A common question about sports injuries is whether you should use ice or heat on it. It’s recommended that you use ice for the first day or two after you suffer an acute injury. Applying ice helps reduce circulation, which, in turn, helps decrease the amount of swelling after an injury.

It wasn't until the early 1900s that sports medicine emerged as a recognized medical specialty. The branch of medicine got its name at the 1928 Winter Olympics in St. Moritz, Switzerland where 33 physicians from different countries met.

Did you know that eating a healthy diet and drinking plenty of water can help to reduce your risks for sport-related injuries? Strong bones and muscles, and a healthy circulatory system, will contribute to a safer and more effective athletic performance.

Some exercises, such as jumping or running, can be hard on the tissue that connects the toes to the heel bone. Planar fasciitis can develop as a result; this can be resolved with special exercises given from a doctor.

Don O’ Donoghue was the team physician for the University of Oklahoma in the 1950s and became known as the father of sports medicine after writing Treatment of Injuries to Athletes, which is considered the Bible for sports medicine physicians.

Are you trying to recover from a pulled muscle? After resting the muscle and applying ice, you may be able to lightly stretch the muscle, just remember that pulled muscles can spasm when overstretched.

Secondary prevention in sports medicine involves early diagnosis and treatment immediately after an incident has occurred. These secondary prevention procedures are designed to ensure that the injury heals properly and does not result in further complications in the future.

Ankle sprains are common foot injuries for athletes and can take anywhere from four to eight weeks to heal. Remember, not following advice to stay off your ankle can increase your recovery time.

Pain is the most common symptom of a rotator cuff tear. In general, the pain tends to be over the front and outer part of the shoulder. It gets severe when you move your shoulder in certain positions.

If you’re the type of person who likes to stay active and limber, a serious sports injury can really interfere with your lifestyle. Rest assured that we’re always here to help you make the necessary alterations to your routine while you focus on getting better.

Sports doctors may use a splint to expedite a heel fracture recovery. The swelling from a heel fracture may take between one and three weeks to go down.