Monthly Archives: May 2022

Ankle Sprain Risk and the Role of Hip Strength

Ankle Sprain Risk and the Role of Hip Strength

Ankle sprains are common in youth sports. Lateral ankle sprains are particularly an issue in youth soccer and lateral ankle sprains are the most common injury in sports requiring rapid changes in direction. Because of the burden that ankle sprains place on community, elite and school soccer teams there is a lot of research being conducted to try and identify…

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Can Running Prevent Arthritis?

Can Running Prevent Arthritis?

Running does not cause arthritis. This is actually not a new finding. Researchers have known for years that running will not cause arthritis. Runners, in general, have a much lower chance of developing osteoarthritis than their non-running counterparts. Runners entering their mid-life are understandably concerned that their running habits might be putting them at risk. Their friends chastise them for…

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