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In the third week of September we will be performing the Top of the Foot Stretch. This is a bonus stretch because in addition to stretching the top of the foot, it stretches the shin muscles too! To perform this stretch you will need a sturdy chair. Please do not attempt this stretch if you have any foot or shin injuries. (more…)

September means back to school for most students, but it shouldn't mean musculoskeletal pain or soreness from a heavy backpack. Since National Backpack Safety Awareness Day falls in September every year, we are highlighting some backpack safety tips and posture exercises for students. Learn more by checking out the four tips below: (more…)

Why do I have ear pain but I was diagnosed with TMD?

Eye pressure, headaches, earaches, blurred vision, toothaches, facial burning/tingling and neck pain: Upon hearing a patient complain of one or more of these symptoms, one possible diagnosis from a physician may be temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD). (more…)

Many people suffer from balance problems, with the National Institute of Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) reporting that four in 10 Americans will experience an episode of dizziness significant enough to send them to a doctor sometime in their lives (more…)

With week 1 of the NFL season in the books, many Fantasy Football players are analyzing and adjusting their rosters in hopes of a better performance in Week 2. One of the areas that should be examined is player injuries, as notable injuries can have a significant impact on a team’s performance. To help Fantasy Football players in their decision-making process, we are highlighting tips from Athletico’s Athletic Trainer Jacob Dailey each week. These tips, called the Athletico Fantasy Football Injury Report, provide a roundup of the most notable injuries around the league. In Week 2’s edition of the #AthleticoInjuryReport, Jacob is offering insights to those who have Russell Wilson, Keenan Allen and the Miami Defense on their team. Learn more by checking out the infographic below (click to enlarge): For media inquiries, email Eric White at elwhite@webershandwick.com The Athletico blog is an educational resource written by Athletico employees. Athletico bloggers are licensed professionals who abide by the code of ethics outlined by their respective professional associations. The content published in blog posts represents the opinion of the individual author based on their expertise and experience. The content provided in this blog is for informational purposes only, does not constitute medical advice and should not be relied on for making personal health decisions.

For the second week of September we will be performing the Sole of the Foot Stretch with a chair. This exercise will stretch all the muscles on the bottom of the foot. Plus, this is a bonus stretch because it gets into the calf muscles as well! You will need a steady folding chair and a bit of wall space for this stretch. (more…)

Some discomfort in the throwing arm is common after a pitching session. After all, consistent overhead throwing is hard on the shoulder and elbow. But what is normal discomfort? What pains should be concerning to baseball/softball athletes? What pains should be examined by a professional? Find out more with the guide below: (more…)