Inflammation is the body’s natural response to injury, usually lasting about the first 5 days. It increases blood flow to the area to bring in cells that clean up the damage (like neutrophils, lymphocytes, & macrophages). This cleanup process is…
Should We Be Icing?
What is Lockout Syndrome?
Has your kid been less active during this pandemic? Exercise deficit disorder (EDD) is a term we use to describe a condition in children. EDD is characterized by reduced levels of physical activity that are inconsistent with positive health outcomes….
What’s in YOUR athlete’s gym bag?
Advil shouldn’t be a staple in our student athlete’s gym back. (Honestly, it shouldn’t be a staple for any gym bag.) Seeing Advil, Aleve, and Ibuprofen in the backpack of local high school athletes is a problem. 54% of student…
