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5 Ways to Reduce Achilles Tendon Rupture

August 16th, 2016

Reduce the Risk of Achilles Tendon Rupture Ugh. Achilles tendon ruptures.  They affect elite athletes and weekend warriors alike, especially men.  Certainly, they happen to females too, and a couple of recent studies have found increases in both sexes (Huttunen et al, Am J Sports Med 2014; Lantto et al, Scand J Sci Med Sport

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Wade Davis Injury

July 31st, 2016

Wade Davis’ Injury: “Flexor Strain” The Royals recently placed their star closer Wade Davis on the 15-day disabled list for a “flexor strain” in his elbow.  This is the second time he’s had the same issue.  While it may be as common as a hamstring or hip flexor strain, a flexor strain can be a

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Ankle Sprain "Home Remedy"

July 10th, 2016

DIY Ankle Sprain Rehab We see lots of patients that have an ankle sprain.  An ankle sprains can happen to anyone, athletes and regular folks alike.  Certainly, athletes roll it making a cut or landing on someone’s foot, but other folks can do it stepping off a curb or getting tripped up at home.  The

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