We are huge sports fans here at Michigan Sports and Spine. Heck, sports is in our name! We treat injuries and pain from all types of endeavors including work related overuse or mishaps, auto accidents and many others, but sports is certainly a consistent factor and pickleball’s exploding popularity is certainly keeping us busy. Pickleball […]
Have you recently had a hiatus from your workout routine? You’re not alone! MSSC is here to help you ease back into your fitness goals. So, how do you get back into exercise after a break? Follow these four tips to get you back on track. Before you try any of these tips. Be sure […]
Ice hockey is a popular winter sport in the United States, especially in Michigan, with thousands of amateur and pro athletes playing every year. Hockey is a fast-paced sport. It combines players of different sizes and speeds with aggressive, non-stop action. Hockey Injury Causes Due to the physical nature of the game and being a collision […]
Endorsed by Dual Board Certified Physician, Dr. Jeff S. Pierce 1.) PROPER ATTIRE Bundle up – It’s not winter yet! Don’t wear one heavy layer. Instead, wear weather-appropriate layers of clothes to prevent overheating once your body temperature has warmed up. Wear a mask or a scarf to warm up the air you breathe to […]
Here are 5 of our favorite golf workouts and exercises to improve your game—from anywhere! The weakest part of most golfers’ bodies is the part they need most: the core. Without strong, pliable muscles in your stomach, hips, butt and lower back, you can’t make a golf swing that is both powerful and technically sound. […]
1. Sleep Better When you have back pain, sleeping can be hard. A vicious cycle can begin because when you don’t get enough sleep, your back pain may feel worse. Poor sleep position can aggravate back pain. Try lying on your side. Place a pillow between your knees to keep your spine in a neutral […]
A sports medicine physician has significant specialized training in both the treatment and prevention of illness and injury. They are ideally suited to provide comprehensive medical care for athletes, sports teams or active individuals who are simply looking to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Sports medicine physicians specialize solely in non-surgical sports medicine and serve as […]
The Achilles tendon is at the back of the heel. It connects to your calf muscle, which is why sprinting and jumping athletes are affected. The tendon can be ruptured by sudden force on the foot or ankle. If your Achilles tendon is ruptured you will be unable to stand on tiptoe and will have a flat-footed walk. It is important to diagnose and treat this injury as soon as possible, to help promote healing.
The shoulders of hockey players take quite a bit of abuse. And that abuse usually increases at playoff time, as the stakes get higher, player’s bodies are tired and have been soldiering through a slew of injuries. Read on as we talk about common late-season hockey injuries.
Spring is here! Have you gotten outside yet to enjoy the warmish air? Read on as we talk you through staying safe and injury free this spring sports season.