When Chicago Cubs outfielder, Kyle Schwarber chased a ball drilled by Arizona Cardinal’s Sean Segura during the third game of the season, fans cared more about the injury to Schwarber that he suffered colliding with teammate Dexter Fowler than the inside-the-park...
With basketball season upon us, I think it would be helpful to post an article that appeared in my foundation's newsletter, Active Bones, about preventing calf muscle and Achilles tendon strains. Of course, you do not have to be a basketball player to develop these...
In 2007, I founded the Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Teaching and Researching Foundation (OTRF) to help individuals stay active and healthy. To support that mission, ORTF produces Active Bones, an e-newsletter packed with information on injury prevention,...
Marathon training takes months to get into shape to run or even walk the 26.2 mile course. However, little attention is given to what a marathon participant should do after the race to help speed recovery, minimize discomfort and prevent an injury. For those who...
The hamstring actually is comprised of three muscles that stretch down the back of the leg from the hip and attach to the knee with tendons. Watching Usain Bolt run during the 2016 Rio Olympics was amazing. He made each gold medal victory look so easy considering just...
In his more than 14 years of treating orthopaedic injuries, Dr. Steven Chudik has seen a lot of injuries that were the direct result of a fad or sports craze–like those that occurred from riders falling off their Hoverboards. Dr. Chudik was recently interviewed...
Dr. Steven Chudik, a pioneer in arthroscopic shoulder surgery, repairs a torn rotator cuff. This surgery requires patients to wear a brace for eight weeks and engage in physical therapy for several months to regain their range of motion and arm strength. Dr. Steven...
Dr. Steven Chudik, board-certified orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist in arthroscopic surgery was interviewed for a story on hoverboard safety and injuries that appeared Tuesday, January 19 on the front page of the Chicago Tribune. A link to...
The Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Teaching and Research Foundation (OTRF), a nonprofit 501 (C)(3) organization, has a new and improved website. Founded in 2007 by Dr. Steven Chudik, a board certified orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist, OTRF...
Click this link http://www.ahchealthenews.com/2015/11/25/safety-tips-for-turkey-bowl-football-fun/ to read today's Advocate Heath E-News article about preventing injuries during tomorrow's neighborhood Turkey Bowls. Dr. Steven Chudik, a board-certified...
In the Chicago Bears’ loss to Seattle a few weeks ago, they also lost their veteran defensive tackle, Will Sutton near the end of the first half with what the team describes as a biceps injury to his left arm. The long head of biceps muscle runs across your shoulder...
While most people have heard of them, I know many, if not all, probably never imagined a diagnosis of shin splints would sideline Chicago Bears rookie wide receiver, Kevin White, for the 2015 season. White, who had been previously diagnosed with shin splints,...
Top ranked golfer, Rory McIlroy, completely ruptured the ATFL (the anterior talofibular ligament) in his left ankle while playing soccer with his friends. McIlroy was unable to defend his title at the British Open. It was the first time in 61 years that the defending...
It is not the Academy Awards, but being selected by peers to present research at professional medical meetings and conferences, or have your research published, is as close as it gets for physicians. Like the Oscar, getting one selection a year is outstanding, but to...
When Kevin Love joined Kyrie Irving and LeBron James, the bar was set high for the Cavaliers with the NBA’s newest “Big 3." The Cavs struggled early last season, as expected, but got better with each game. They blew through the playoffs and got to the finals where...
The Chicago Cubs had a major scare when, on July 8th against the Cardinals, pitcher Jason Hammel exited the game early. Hammel said he felt sharp pain in the back of his thigh, creating concern for a hamstring strain. Hammel had an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)...
Last season, Kobe Bryant watched his Lakers miss the playoffs for a second year in a row because of his third consecutive season-ending injury. He was throwing down a two handed dunk against the New Orleans Pelicans when he tore his right shoulder rotator cuff. He...
Photo courtesy of AOSSM As midseason approaches for major league baseball, Chicago White Sox pitcher Nate Jones is trying to get back into the rotation. Jones had Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) elbow reconstruction or “Tommy John surgery” in July of 2014 and is...
When temperatures drop and snowflakes fall, many runners leave behind the roads, trails and tracks for the treadmill, elliptical and other indoor workout activities. However, for those who do not want to give up running outdoors, being properly prepared can make a...
How do you know when you are ready to play after an ACL injury? Following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery, I have my athletes complete a specific return-to-play program consisting of a number of quantitative and qualitative physical challenges. These...