by Dr Drew | Jul 21, 2014 | Sports Medicine
The ankle joint is vulnerable to injury because it is so mobile. It handles a considerable amount of force and it carries your full body weight. The jumping and running involved in soccer puts the ankle through an immense amount of strain and this can lead to...
by Dr Drew | Jul 14, 2014 | Sports Medicine
Hamstring injuries are common in those who play soccer because the sport requires fast breaks and lots of sprinting. The hamstring is located in the back of the thigh and most injuries are the result of over-stretching the muscles. There are three hamstring muscles,...
by Dr Drew | Jul 8, 2014 | Sports Medicine
Knee injuries are very common in soccer, especially those affecting the ligaments in the knee. All players are at risk due to the frequent direction changes and the abrupt starting and stopping during game play. The largest joint in the body is the knee and it is...
by Dr Drew | Jul 1, 2014 | Sports Medicine
A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury and the severity varies greatly. This is a very common injury in those who play football/soccer and other contact sports. The brain is injured, resulting in a variety of symptoms. Most people fully recover from this...
by Dr Drew | Jun 23, 2014 | Sports Medicine
In 2012, close to 626,600 soccer players were injured and most of these are completely preventable. Knowing the most common injuries, how to recognize and treat them and how to prevent them ensures that all players have a good game. Knowing about them is the first...
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