Understanding and Evaluating Shoulder Pain in the Throwing Athlete
Shoulder pain in the throwing athlete can present at any age and in any level of sport and can lead to dysfunction. A thorough evaluation of the throwing athlete can…
Managing Hip Pain in the Athlete
Hip and groin pain is commonly experienced by athletes. The differential diagnosis should include both intra-articular and extra-articular sources for pain and dysfunction. A comprehensive history and physical examination can…
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is a common sports injury which can have severe negative consequences. Neuromuscular factors that increase risk, such as knee landing kinematics, may be ameliorated through…
Return to Play Considerations for Cervical Spine Injuries in Athletes
Injuries to the cervical spine during sports are relatively common, depending on the specific sport. Given the adjacent neurovascular structures, any injury to the cervical spine must be evaluated with…
Evaluation and Treatment of the Concussed Athlete – Update
Athletes with sports related concussions are increasingly seeking medical care for management and guidance for return to play. This article aims to provide an updated review of the management of…
Sports Medicine
Brian J. Krabak, MD, MBA, FACSM, Editor The field of sports medicine is living in a tale of two cities: the best of times and the worst of times. It’s…
Sports Medicine
Gregory T. Carter, MD, MS, Consulting Editor Sports medicine has always been a little bit difficult to define in my mind. A lot of medical specialties and ancillary health care…
Pediatric Spinal Cord Injury
In this article, an overview is provided of pediatric spinal cord injury, organized by effects of this injury on various organ systems. Specific management differences between children and adults with…
Evaluation of Phrenic Nerve and Diaphragm Function with Peripheral Nerve Stimulation and M-Mode Ultrasonography in Potential Pediatric Phrenic Nerve or Diaphragm Pacing Candidates
Assessing phrenic nerve function in the setting of diaphragmatic paralysis in diaphragm pacing candidates can be challenging. Traditional imaging modalities and electrodiagnostic evaluations are technically difficult. Either modality alone is…
Scoliosis, Spinal Fusion, and Intrathecal Baclofen Pump Implantation
This article reviews the incidence, management, and complications of scoliosis in patients with cerebral palsy. Treatment of scoliosis in patients with cerebral palsy includes both nonoperative and operative management and…
