Orthopedics & Sports Medicine


Golfers: Tee Off Against Hip Pain (VIDEO)

Thousands of golf enthusiasts are watching the World Golf Championships-Cadillac Championship in Miami this week, paying close attention to the players' drive and focus as they...

March 4, 2016 / 2 min read


Tendinitis: How to Treat and (Sometimes) Prevent...

There’s a common, nagging and often quite painful condition shared by elite athletes, weekend warriors, exercise-class enthusiasts — as well as office workers typing at...

March 1, 2016 / 3 min read


Watch Now: 2016 Miami Marathon and Half...

Participants in the 14th Annual Miami Marathon and Half Marathon woke up to clear skies and cold temperatures, (by South Florida standards), conditions some considered...

January 24, 2016 / 1 min read


Marathon Profiles 2016: Why They Run (Part...

Each person had a unique journey that prepared him or her to take on a challenge that most people would not consider.

January 20, 2016 / 6 min read


Running the (Short) Distance for Your Health

Four studies of runners shows that running a total of just 51 minutes a week improves cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, respiratory and overall health.

January 19, 2016 / 2 min read


Marathon Profiles 2016: Why They Run (Part...

(This is the second in a series of three articles this month focusing on runners taking part in the Miami Marathon and Half Marathon on...

January 18, 2016 / 6 min read


Marathon Profiles 2016: Why They Run (Part...

Although every runner has different motivations, most admit that the "runner’s high" is rewarding and addicting.

January 11, 2016 / 4 min read


Doc Talk: Putting NFL Knee Injuries in...

National Football League games are fast and full of violent collisions. Although concussions are concerning and have received widespread media attention, knee injuries outnumber concussions...

December 28, 2015 / 2 min read


The Power of Physical Therapy

For athletes, going to physical therapy seems like a rite of passage following an injury. Few have never witnessed the improvements that stretching and strengthening...

October 12, 2015 / 3 min read


High School Football: New Lesson on Concussions

Beginning this football season, all high school athletes in Florida must complete courses on concussions provided by the National Federation of State High School Associations...

October 1, 2015 / 2 min read