A recently published U.S. News & World Report article highlighted a report by the American Academy of Pediatrics, which illustrated the major impact training programs can have in preventing anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries for young athletes. According to the report, specific types of training can reduce ACL injury risks by as much as 72 Continue Reading >>
August, 2015
Teenage Athletes are Suffering More Adult-Like Orthopedic Injuries Than Ever
According to an article recently published by ABC News, teenage athletes are suffering more serious orthopedic injuries than ever. Orthopedic surgeons have found that in many cases, teen athletes are at a higher risk for long-lasting repercussions than adults who suffer the same incidents. Skilled orthopedic surgeon Steven W. Meier, MD, of Meier Orthopedic Sports Continue Reading >>
The Benefits of Prolotherapy Treatment for Chronic Joint Pain
Until fairly recently, cutting-edge treatments like prolotherapy for progressive joint injuries and chronic pain were available almost exclusively to elite athletes and sports icons like Tiger Woods, or players for professional teams like the New York Yankees. However, due to the promising results the treatment has shown so far for what were once considered to Continue Reading >>