Dr. ElAttrache asked about the longevity of the evolving surgical technique Interview Link: After 50 years, Tommy John surgery is evolving to increase success and sometimes speed return NEW YORK (AP) — Tommy John surgery, like baseball itself, is evolving to increase success and sometimes speed return. Dr. Jeffrey R. Dugas developed a procedure…
Rugby Football Club Los Angeles (RFCLA) and medical services group Cedars Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Institute have agreed to a sponsor partnership for the Club’s inaugural season. Press Release: Read Full press release here RFCLA will have access to Cedars Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Institute physicians as official team healthcare providers and orthopaedic specialists, consultants and medical directors through this partnership. This…
Dr. Jung says newer protocols has accelerated time of recovery. Article: Broncos second-year linebacker Drew Sanders suffered torn Achilles tendon before NFL Draft, sources say (msn.com) The Broncos are going to be without one of their young linebackers into the regular season. Second-year player Drew Sanders tore his Achilles tendon about a month ago during…
Dr. Zaslow weighs in on the Steps vs. Time study. Article Link: Is it better to measure exercise in minutes or steps? (medicalnewstoday.com) In the new study published in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine, the researchers said physical activity reduces the risk of acquiring chronic illness and infection as well as promoting longevity. Current U.S. guidelines, which haven’t been…
Dr. Zaslow weighs in on a new study challenges previous findings and suggests that those who participate in extreme exercise may live longer. Article Link: Longevity: Could extreme exercise help you live longer? (medicalnewstoday.com) While everyone knows that exercising regularly is important for a healthy life, some previous studies have shown that intense exercise may have…
Dr. Kharrazi interviewed on the Celtics power forward’s injury. Article Link: Celtics’ Kristaps Porziņģis making progress from calf strain, no timetable for return – The Athletic BOSTON — Kristaps Porziņģis said Saturday he is slowly making progress from his right soleus (calf) strain suffered in Game 4 of the Boston Celtics’ first-round series against the Miami Heat but does not have…
Dr. Steve Yoon weighs in on new early-detection research for osteoarthritis. Article Link: Osteoarthritis: Blood test may spot signs 8 years early (medicalnewstoday.com) Osteoarthritis (OA), a degenerative joint disease, can affect almost all joints. When someone develops OA, the protective tissues in their joints break down, which causes pain. While there is no…
Dr. Schulz says every player responds differently in the recovery process, even with similar strains, when asked about the D-Backs starting pitcher. Link to Article: What is Merrill Kelly’s injury? Explaining recovery timeline for Diamondbacks’ pitcher (msn.com) The Diamondbacks suffered perhaps their most damaging injury blow yet earlier this week, when they placed Merrill…
Dr. Zaslow weighs in on variations to how your body interprets and responds to temperatures. Article Link: How to Regulate Body Temperature in Cold Weather (health.com) Some People Are Impacted By Cold Temperatures More Than Others There are a few factors that go into how cold you feel, including your age. “In particular, the…
Dr. Kharrazi interviewed on the Miami Heat’s star player injury. Article Link: Doctor: Heat star Jimmy Butler to miss 4-6 weeks with MCL sprain (allucanheat.com) There have been a lot of questions and reports about Jimmy Butler’s MCL sprain and how long he is expected to be sidelined, so I decided to call an expert. Is there…