Sports Medicine Weekly

11/19/2025

6 Must-Have Accessories for Every Sports Enthusiast

Discover the top 6 sports accessories that boost performance, speed recovery, and prevent injuries—from smartwatches and hydration systems to foam rollers, massage guns, and compression gear....

Discover the top 6 sports accessories that boost performance, speed recovery, and prevent injuries—from smartwatches and hydration systems to foam rollers, massage guns, and compression gear.

11/18/2025

The Hidden Crisis: When Athletic Performance Meets Substance Dependence

Explore how performance pressure, pain management, and athletic culture contribute to substance dependence in sports. Learn about prevention, treatment, and building healthier athletic environments...

Explore how performance pressure, pain management, and athletic culture contribute to substance dependence in sports. Learn about prevention, treatment, and building healthier athletic environments

11/17/2025

Move It or Lose It: How Movement Aids Retention

Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA explores how movement boosts memory retention and brain performance. Learn how exercise after learning enhances memory consolidation, increases hippocampal activity, and supports neuroplasticity through BDNF release....

Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA explores how movement boosts memory retention and brain performance. Learn how exercise after learning enhances memory consolidation, increases hippocampal activity, and supports neuroplasticity through BDNF release.

11/16/2025

Unlock a competitive edge with the right gymnastics uniform. Learn how color, fit & design impact confidence, focus & judges' scores. Dress for success!...

Unlock a competitive edge with the right gymnastics uniform. Learn how color, fit & design impact confidence, focus & judges' scores. Dress for success!

11/15/2025

Discover how custom team uniforms enhance performance, confidence, and cohesion. Learn how design, fit, and visual identity improve communication, brand visibility, and team unity....

Discover how custom team uniforms enhance performance, confidence, and cohesion. Learn how design, fit, and visual identity improve communication, brand visibility, and team unity.

11/14/2025

Learn how organized gear storage reduces workplace and athletic injuries. Discover how labeling, structured shelving, and team training improve safety, efficiency, and accountability....

Learn how organized gear storage reduces workplace and athletic injuries. Discover how labeling, structured shelving, and team training improve safety, efficiency, and accountability.

11/14/2025

When athletes are bigger, stronger and younger than ever, staying ahead of injury means smarter tools. Dr. Brian J. Cole discusses how AI is helping identify hidden risk factors in sports.

Shifts in the pace of sports medicine injuries, including in pediatric patients, is ushering in new approaches to care, Brian Cole, MD, said. Dr. Cole, managing partner at Chicago-based Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, discussed these changes and the role AI will play in smarter decisionmaking. Note: T...

11/12/2025

Dr. Brian Cole and the team at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush are at the forefront of regenerative medicine, using innovative treatments to help patients heal, recover, and return to the activities they love.

11/12/2025

Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA examines new findings from Consumer Reports showing that many protein powders and shakes contain heavy metals like lead, arsenic, and cadmium. Learn how to choose cleaner, safer supplements to protect your performance and long-term health....

Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA examines new findings from Consumer Reports showing that many protein powders and shakes contain heavy metals like lead, arsenic, and cadmium. Learn how to choose cleaner, safer supplements to protect your performance and long-term health.

11/11/2025

Explore how orthopedic and sports medicine clinics use AI, wearables, telemedicine, and motion-analysis technology to enhance diagnosis, rehabilitation, and patient outcomes....

Explore how orthopedic and sports medicine clinics use AI, wearables, telemedicine, and motion-analysis technology to enhance diagnosis, rehabilitation, and patient outcomes.

11/10/2025

Learn how caregivers of children with special needs can stay active, reduce stress, and improve well-being through simple exercise routines, adaptive tools, and self-care strategies....

Learn how caregivers of children with special needs can stay active, reduce stress, and improve well-being through simple exercise routines, adaptive tools, and self-care strategies.

11/09/2025

Discover how reformer Pilates is transforming sports medicine. Learn how resistance-based rehabilitation improves mobility, joint stability, and athlete recovery through controlled movement and precise loading....

Discover how reformer Pilates is transforming sports medicine. Learn how resistance-based rehabilitation improves mobility, joint stability, and athlete recovery through controlled movement and precise loading.