An ankle sprain is a common injury that can have a long lasting effect. The ankle is a complex joint stabilized mostly by ligaments, which can stretch and tear even with mild sprains. These injuries are typically addressed with the…
We’ve been hearing more and more how sitting for long periods of time at work is bad for our health. There is not much research out there regarding the idea of standing desks, however, the research does support less sitting…
What is HIIT? —It stands for high intensity interval training and it involves alternating short periods of intense anaerobic exercise with less intense recovery periods. —Although there is no set duration, these high intensity workouts typically last less than 30…
Bicycling is a growing competitive and recreational sport. There was a 64% increase in cyclists traveling to work from 2000-2012 (NHTSA.gov). This is beneficial to improve health, reduce fossil fuel emissions, and contribute to more livable communities. Unfortunately, new and…
How can I tell if I am overweight and need to lose pounds? Because Dr. Natarajan practices Sports Medicine, his patients tend to be active and fit. However, we do see a lot of patients who have committed themselves to…
How should I adjust my training program when I am sick? I have dealt with hundreds of marathon runners and most of them have a hard time “taking it easy,” even when they are sick. Listening to your body is…
Are Toning Shoes the Answer to Fitness and Strength? You’ve seen the commercials, Joe Montana wears Sketchers Shape Ups, young women dancing and walking on the beach in their Reebok Easy Tones. And of course there are the classic MBT…
What is the hip labrum and how is it injured? The labrum of the hip has a similar function as the labrum in the shoulder. It is a cartilage ring around the socket portion of the joint that adds suction,…
My hamstring that I injured at the Chicago ½ marathon last year is still not fully recovered. I read online to aggressively stretch, ice and rest it, but 6 months later, I still cannot run normally. Will it ever get…
Shoulder pain is a common complaint that can severely affect both fitness activity and day-to-day functions. Patients may complain of an ache in the upper arm, anterior shoulder pain, and/or pain that correlates with specific arm movements that are performed…