Jeremy Alland, MD

Jeremy Alland, MD Team Doctor: Chicago Bulls🏀 Chicago White Sox ⚾️
Sports Medicine Education: Keeping People Active! Host of Podcast
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I’m turning 40 in 17 days, and I’ve got a big goal: Hitting 40k followers by my 40th birthday! 🎉 But this isn’t just abo...
03/11/2026

I’m turning 40 in 17 days, and I’ve got a big goal: Hitting 40k followers by my 40th birthday! 🎉 But this isn’t just about numbers; it’s about making an impact.

Over the next two weeks, I’ll be sharing 40 thoughts on youth sports from my perspective as a sports doc, a dad, and a former athlete. These are lessons, tips, and insights to help parents and coaches keep kids healthy, loving sports, and thriving on and off the field.

Here’s where it gets fun:
✅️ Follow Me
💬 Comment “40K” on any of these posts, and you’ll be entered to win one of several $40 gift cards to .
🎁 If we hit 40K followers by my birthday (March 28), I’ll donate $400 to the Dick’s Sporting Goods Sports Matter program to support youth sports access for kids. ()

Let’s make this a win for everyone - our kids, our communities, and the future of youth sports. 💙

Follow along, share the posts, and tag a friend who needs to see this. Let’s hit 40k together!



Giveaway Details:
No purchase necessary to enter. To participate, follow and comment “40k” on any of the 40-thought series posts during the campaign period (not this post!). Each qualifying comment counts as an entry.

The giveaway ends March 28, 2026 at 11:59 PM CST. Multiple winners will be randomly selected and contacted via Instagram DM to receive a $40 Dick’s Sporting Goods gift card.

Open to U.S. residents 18 years or older. Void where prohibited by law.

This promotion is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Instagram or Dick's Sporting Goods or the Dick's Foundation. By entering, participants release Instagram, Hey Doc, Quick Question LLC, Dick's Sporting Goods and the Dick's Foundation from any responsibility related to this promotion.

Sponsor reserves the right to modify, suspend, or cancel the giveaway at any time.

Girls are 3-6x more likely to tear their ACL than boys, but we can change that. 🙌The FIFA 11+ is a simple, 20-minute war...
03/11/2026

Girls are 3-6x more likely to tear their ACL than boys, but we can change that. 🙌

The FIFA 11+ is a simple, 20-minute warm-up designed for kids of all ages. Research shows it can reduce ACL tear rates by 50-75%! 🏃‍♀️⚽️

Parents, coaches, and athletes: ask your coach if they’re using the FIFA 11+ program. Their knees are counting on it. 💙

Let’s keep our kids healthy, strong, and in the game.

Find the Program Here: https://projectplay.org/resources

NEW STUDY: Creatine isn’t just for bodybuilders. It’s a game-changer for strength gains at any age or training level. 💪✨...
03/08/2026

NEW STUDY: Creatine isn’t just for bodybuilders. It’s a game-changer for strength gains at any age or training level. 💪✨

Research shows that adding creatine to an exercise program can significantly improve strength. For adults, I recommend 5g per day. (Reminder: safety and effectiveness haven’t been established for kids.)

This meta-analysis published in PeerJ highlights the science behind it. If you’re looking to level up your workouts, creatine might be worth considering.

Have you tried creatine before? What’s been your experience? Let’s talk in the comments! ⬇️

If your kid loves sports, protect that love.Because the goal isn’t to raise a 12-year-old all-star, it’s to raise an 18-...
03/05/2026

If your kid loves sports, protect that love.
Because the goal isn’t to raise a 12-year-old all-star, it’s to raise an 18-year-old who’s still playing, smiling, and healthy.

1. Sports sample
2. Choose coaches who teach.
3. Limit your schedules.
4. Let them lead
5. Practice > Games

Let them lead their own dream.

Tag another parent who needs to see this 👇

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My job is to keep your child competing safely. The sooner I see them for an issue, the better chance there is we can kee...
03/04/2026

My job is to keep your child competing safely. The sooner I see them for an issue, the better chance there is we can keep them out there while we make them better.

When you wait until the problem gets worse, they have too much pain to play whether I say it is safe or not. They need to be pulled from play and the doctor "reputation" for always pulling kids is reinforced.

Come in sooner and let me keep them out there while preventing it from getting worse!

70% of kids stop playing organized sports by age 13. Let that sink in. 😔Sports are more than just games. They teach resi...
03/03/2026

70% of kids stop playing organized sports by age 13. Let that sink in. 😔

Sports are more than just games. They teach resilience, teamwork, and discipline. They’re a safe haven during the confusing teenage years. A place to grow, compete, and belong.

But here’s the hard truth: youth sports are being ruined by overtraining, burnout, and the pressure we adults put on kids. And some just can't afford it. We’re driving them out when we should be making sports accessible, affordable, and, most importantly, FUN.

It’s time to change the game. Let’s bring the joy back to youth sports and give kids the chance to thrive on and off the field. 💙⚽️

What’s one thing you think we can do to make youth sports better? Drop your thoughts below. ⬇️

The dream of going pro is real, but so are the odds. 🎲It’s easy to get caught up in the ‘what if’, I certainly do. But r...
03/02/2026

The dream of going pro is real, but so are the odds. 🎲

It’s easy to get caught up in the ‘what if’, I certainly do. But remember, less than 0.05% of high school athletes make it to the big leagues. The real win? Supporting our kid’s love for the game while keeping their health, happiness, and education front and center. 🏆

Let’s focus on raising well-rounded, resilient kids who thrive on and off the field. 💙

Have you caught yourself with those "Matthew McConaughey" thoughts before? Drop your thoughts below. ⬇️

It is unfortunately normal for us to degenerate. Like jeans we've worn for many years, areas of high use can get frays a...
02/28/2026

It is unfortunately normal for us to degenerate. Like jeans we've worn for many years, areas of high use can get frays and tears. Too often people are told they need surgery for a meniscus tear that can not be repaired and may not have been causing the pain. If you are told you should have meniscus surgery, ask what the nonsurgical options are and always consider a second opinion.

SOURCE: Prevalence of Knee Osteoarthritis Features on Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Asymptomatic Uninjured Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
British Journal of Sports Medicine. 2019. Culvenor AG, Øiestad BE, Hart HF, et al.

02/21/2026

This could have been so much worse 😬

Is your child at risk for an overuse baseball throwing injury? ⚾️💪Glenohumeral Internal Rotation Deficit (GIRD) is a com...
02/19/2026

Is your child at risk for an overuse baseball throwing injury? ⚾️💪

Glenohumeral Internal Rotation Deficit (GIRD) is a common issue in young throwing athletes, especially pitchers. It’s a loss of shoulder rotation that can increase the risk of shoulder and elbow injuries. But here’s the good news: there’s a simple test you can do at home to check for it! 🏠✅

Here’s how to test your child’s shoulder rotation:
1️⃣ Have your child lie flat on their back with their throwing arm extended out to the side, elbow bent at 90 degrees.
2️⃣ Stabilize their shoulder by gently pressing down on it with one hand.
3️⃣ With your other hand, slowly rotate their forearm backward (toward the ground) as far as it comfortably goes.
4️⃣ Compare the range of motion to their non-throwing arm.
5️⃣ If the throwing arm has 15-20 degrees (or more) less internal rotation than the non-throwing arm, it could indicate GIRD.

Swipe through this carousel to see visuals of each step and learn what to do if you find a deficit. Prevention and early intervention are key to keeping young athletes healthy and thriving. Don’t wait until it’s too late - take action now! 💙

Have questions or concerns about your child’s shoulder health? Drop them in the comments or reach out to a sports medicine professional.

EVIDENCE: Pubmed IDs (PMID): 36871606, 21685316, 30525937

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