Sports Medicine Weekly

Sports Medicine Weekly

The Sports Enthusiast's Official Resource for Fitness, Nutrition, Injury Prevention and Treatment

Episodes

The Importance of Maintaining Healthy Joints

December 15, 2023 • 14 mins
Dr. Brian Cole shares tips for maintaining healthy joints, focusing on non-surgical and holistic remedies.
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Raising Awareness About the Prevention of Cardiac Episodes in Young Athletes

June 29, 2023 • 28 mins
In this episode, Dr. Cole welcomes renowned physical therapist Bob Mangine to the podcast. With more than three decades of experience in sports medicine, Bob has served as Director of Rehabilitative Services at the University of Cincinnati since 2002. He supervises a program at the University that addresses the health and well-being of the Bearcats football team and has also served as the head athletic trainer for the aquatic teams...
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Does Joint Hypermobility Increase Injury Risk?

April 17, 2023 • 22 mins
Dr. Brian Cole is joined by George Andrews, PT, DPT from RUSH Physical Therapy to discuss hypermobility in athletes, especially in sports like collegiate and professional divers. To schedule an appointment with RUSH Physical Therapy, visit www.rushpt.com.
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Mental Health & Wellness In Sports with Guest Natalie Graves

February 7, 2023 • 30 mins
Dr. Brian Cole is joined by Natalie Graves, an expert in mental health for athletes. Natalie specializes in athletes’ mental health and wellness at all levels, helping this unique group maximize success both on and off the field. Learn more about Natalie Graves at her website here: https://www.nataliegraves.com/
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Using Light Therapy To Treat Certain Medical Conditions

January 2, 2023 • 17 mins
Dr. Brian Cole explains how light therapy, sometimes called phototherapy, can be used to treat certain medical conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, or other health conditions like seasonal affective disorder.
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The Most Common Pickleball Injuries

December 13, 2022 • 21 mins
In this episode, Dr. Brian Cole is joined by Brandon Abonce, PT, DPT from RUSH Physical Therapy to talk about the most common pickleball injuries.
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The Physical Demands of Gymnastics

November 10, 2022 • 28 mins
Dr. Brian Cole is joined by Brad Trompeter, a physical therapist from RUSH Physical Therapy , and former gymnast, to discuss the physical demands placed on gymnasts and common injuries that occur.
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NextName: A Unique Offering to Support College Athletes

October 28, 2022 • 29 mins
On this episode, Dr. Brian Cole is joined by Steve Thayer from NextName, a platform designed to support collegiate athletes and teams through the sale of digital collectibles.
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The Relationship Between Inflammation and Your Diet

October 13, 2022 • 28 mins
Through research, we’re learning that some of the best solutions for reducing inflammation are not necessarily found in the medicine cabinet, but in the refrigerator. On this episode, Dr. Brian Cole talks to certified Integrative Health Coach and Lifestyle Practitioner Karen Malkin about inflammation and how to fight it with an anti-inflammatory diet.
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A Look Into One Of The Fastest Growing Sports: Water Polo

October 5, 2022 • 31 mins
Dr. Brian Cole is joined by Alyssa Turza, a former professional water polo player, to discuss the growth of the sport and how it presents different physical challenges compared to more traditional sports played on a hard surface.
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The Evaluation and Management of Concussions

September 20, 2022 • 38 mins
Dr. Brian Cole is joined by Dr. Elizabeth Pieroth, the Director of the Concussion Program at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, to talk about the evaluation and management of concussions. Dr. Pieroth is a Board Certified Clinical Neuropsychologist and is the Head Injury/Concussion specialist for the Chicago Bears, Blackhawks, White Sox, Fire, and the National Women’s Soccer League, as well as numerous colleges and high schools across t...
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What Is A High Ankle Sprain?

August 29, 2022 • 24 mins
Dr. Brian Cole is joined by Joshua James, DPT, CSCS from RUSH Physical Therapy to discuss high ankle sprains, including how they are diagnosed and the best treatments to help athletes recover.
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Caffeine and Caffeine Supplements: Spilling the Beans on Caffeine

August 18, 2022 • 17 mins
Caffeine is the most popular psychoactive substance in the world, with 89 percent of people in the U.S. consuming at least one drink containing caffeine daily. People depend on caffeine or caffeine supplements for a temporary energy boost, to stay alert, to enhance focus, and even to improve their mood. With so many people so dependent on caffeine, today we are going to take an in-depth look at caffeine pills and supplements.
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The Impact of Playing School Sports with Guest Mickey Pruitt

July 11, 2022 • 29 mins
Former NFL linebacker and current Director of Sports for Chicago Public Schools (CPS) joins Dr. Brian Cole to discuss the importance that school sports have on young students. Pruitt oversees 23 sports, with tens of thousands of CPS athletes; guiding the very program that enriched his life as a teenager in Chicago. Pruitt was an all-state halfback and safety at Robeson High School in Englewood, Ill.
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Percussive Massage Devices: Muscle Relief in the Palm of Your Hand

June 27, 2022 • 14 mins
Percussive massage devices, which are sometimes referred to as “massage guns”, have become increasingly popular among recreational athletes for therapeutic use. They use targeted percussive or vibration pressure to stimulate blood flow to the muscles and provide the benefits of a massage in the comfort of your home, including reducing soreness, increasing flexibility, and accelerating recovery. But do they actually work? Today, we’...
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A Conversation with Six-Time X Games Medalist Grete Eliassen

June 6, 2022 • 22 mins
Dr. Brian Cole is joined by Six-Time X Games Medalist Grete Eliassen to talk about her career in snow sports, dealing with injuries and empowering women in the sport of skiing.
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How A Collegiate Athlete Is Making Her Comeback from Knee Cartilage Damage

May 24, 2022 • 29 mins
In this episode, Dr. Brian Cole is joined by UCLA Beach Volleyball athlete Lindsey Sparks to talk about her comeback from a knee cartilage injury.
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The Benefits of Cross-Training

May 17, 2022 • 17 mins
Dr. Cole shares the benefits of taking time away from your primary sport to train other areas of the body which helps reduce the risk of injury.
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Five Evidence-Based Strategies For Losing Weight

April 29, 2022 • 21 mins
With summer right around the corner, it’s quite common for people to focus on shedding a few pounds. While many diets and fads have some merit, today we’re going to talk about five simple, science-based weight loss strategies that can help you slim down before summer. These include: tracking your diet and exercise daily, starting your day with protein, intermittent fasting, balancing your gut bacteria, and of course, reducing your ...
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The Evolution of Cartilage Restoration with Guest Solomon Wilcots

April 11, 2022 • 19 mins
Dr. Brian Cole is joined by former NFL safety and broadcaster Solomon Wilcots to discuss advancements in cartilage restoration.
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