Hamstring Strain (injury/injury prevention)

I hope you know where your hamstrings are located, because today we will be talking about “pulling a hamstring” — (Pst, just in case you don’t know where your hamstrings are, look at the above picture). This particular injury is more common than you think, especially among runners and people who lift improperly- and thoseContinue reading “Hamstring Strain (injury/injury prevention)”

Groin Pull/Groin Strain (Injury/injury prevention)

This post is not meant to be inappropriate, because groin injuries have happened to some people and are common with most contact sports.    Groin pull?  Also known as ‘groin strain” , is a tear/rupture to the to any of the adductor muscles resulting pain in the inner thigh. Range from mild to very severe. Continue reading “Groin Pull/Groin Strain (Injury/injury prevention)”

Tennis Elbow (Injury/Injury Prevention)

Also know as .. ‘Lateral Epicondylitis’.  From the title, it can assumed it is probably an injury one occurs from playing tennis, BUT don’t be mistaken it is an injury that can occur from other sports as well. It is important that we know what kind of injuries are out there so we can help ourselvesContinue reading “Tennis Elbow (Injury/Injury Prevention)”

The “Female Triad” – Have you heard of it?

Female athletes beware…    It is possible you have experienced this as a female athlete or maybe your child is experiencing this OR it could be that you know someone who is experiencing this. Most females have experienced this depending on the sports they played and how serious they took their athletics – many coachesContinue reading “The “Female Triad” – Have you heard of it?”

ACL Tear (Injury)

When it comes to injuries… I am sure most if not all of you have heard of an ACL tear. If you are not completely sure of what an ACL tear is, then you have come to right place because I plan on explaining it.    First comes First.. What is an ACL tear?   Continue reading “ACL Tear (Injury)”