Sports Injuries
From ulnar palsy to suture care
Anatomy and physiology of sport-related injury, with analysis and information regarding treatment and rehab.
We’ve spoken about this topic before, and for good reason. Have you ever rock climbed? How about mountain biked or participated in motocross? You’ve probably suffered from chronic exertional compartment syndrome (CECS) in your forearms – the medical name for arm pump. In reality, the physiological onset isn’t purely a…
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truPhys previously published a comprehensive article discussing the mechanisms behind physiological body temperature maintenance, the positives and negatives of training in hot environments, and how carefully doing so can benefit performance. But what about the winter months? Unless you live south of the equator in a country such as New…
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Do you participate in a sport that requires a year-round training plan? Or, are you just someone that loves to do something that you incorporate into your daily lifestyle, regardless of the season? If so, have you ever wondered if there is a threshold… can you do too much of the…
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Last October, I had the pleasure of giving a seminar on ulnar neuropathy and arm pump for members of the Gravity Riders Organization of Arizona (GROAZ). What a cool experience, and a necessary topic to discuss! Both conditions are fairly prevalent in mountain biking, especially for riders that participate in enduro…
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First, I’ve very much enjoy writing for Singletracks.com. It’s a great opportunity to provide some real science to an audience that deserves it. My latest article: You Need to Wear Body Armor: The History of Mountain Biking Injuries. It’s definitely appropriate. I’ve sustained some pretty decent bodily damage because I choose to incorporate cycling…
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A motocross rider will average 95% of their maximum heart rate during a race. That’s somewhere around 180-195 bpm, depending on the age and fitness of the individual. Demanding a seriously high output from the heart for anywhere between 15 and 40 minutes will generate a serious amount of physical…
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Have you ever suffered from a loss of feeling in part of your hand after an extended bike ride? Not only is it uncomfortable, but the use of your fingers decreases the longer you continue, which can make shifting and braking difficult. You may be suffering from a condition known…
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