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SMW Injury Update: Kawhi Leonard
You’re about to listen to a Sports Medicine Weekly Injury Update, where Dr. Brian Cole provides his analysis of major professional sports injuries in just 10 minutes or less.

Ep. 18: Osteoarthritis orthobiologics with Dr. Brian Cole
Orthobiologics such as platelet-rich-plasma, and stem cells have gained popularity as treatments for knee osteoarthritis over recent years. Orthobiologics are cells, blood components or growth factors which claim to promote healing and decrease inflammation. Platelet rich plasma and stem cell injections are an expensive treatment and there is a paucity of rigorous evidence to support the use of them in people with OA. On this episode of Joint Action, we are joined by Dr. Brian Cole to unpack the controversial topic of osteoarthritis orthobiologics.Dr. Brian Cole is an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush and a Professor of Orthopaedics, Anatomy and Cell Biology at Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Cole is Managing Partner of Midwest Orthopaedics and is the Department’s Associate Chairman and the Section Head of the Cartilage Research and Restoration Center. He is the Chairman of Surgery at Rush Oak Park Hospital and leads the Rush Orthopedic Master’s Program. Dr. Cole is the 2020 President of the Arthroscopy Association of North America.

Ep. 17: Icing Your Pitching Arm — Does It Work?
In this episode, Dr. Brian Cole and Steve discuss icing a pitcher's arm and the perceived benefits. However, no published peer-reviewed research has shown definitively that ice is beneficial to the healing process. So, what is the best way to help a pitcher's arm recover after throwing?

Ep. 16: Treating Athletes with a Cartilage Defect - Presented by MACI
In this episode, Dr. Cole explains common knee cartilage defects found in both athletes and active populations, how to decide on the best available treatment, and an overview of the different kinds of cartilage found in joints.

Ep. 15: Understanding White Sox OF Luis Robert's Injury
In this episode, Dr. Cole and Steve break down how an injury like the one sustained by Chicago White Sox OF Luis Robert happens, the difference between a strain and a sprain, and the relationship between fatigue and injury.

Ep. 14: Discussing Throwing Injuries with Biomechanist Brittany Dowling, MS
In this episode, we talk with biomechanics expert Brittany Dowling, MS, about the variables that can result in arm injuries in baseball players. Dowling, the Director of Biomechanics at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, uses motion capture technology to help throwers avoid injury and improve their overall performance. Prior to working at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, Dowling worked for Motus Global, a leader in wearable technology focused on workload management for athletes.

Ep. 13: Leadership & Life Lessons with Dr. Brian Cole
Covering:*Dr Cole’s background*Lessons learned from sports growing up*Qualities of a good mentor*Traits of a leader and steps you can take to become a better leaderDr. Brian Cole graduated from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency in Orthopedics at Hospital For Special Surgery/Cornell Med Center. Moreover, he completed his fellowship in Sports Medicine at University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Brian Cole is a well-known orthopaedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine for knee, shoulder, and elbow . Dr. Cole is also the current president of the Arthroscopy Association of North America and holds leadership positions in multiple societies in the field of sports medicine. He is the chairman of surgery at Rush Oak Park Hospital and is the head team physician for the Chicago Bulls NBA team, co- team physician for the Chicago White Sox MLB team and DePaul University in Chicago. He has published over 1000 articles and has given numerous national and international talks on a variety of subjects.In 2009, he was recognized by his colleagues as one of the top 20 sports medicine, knee, and shoulder experts over the past five years and was selected as NBA Team Physician of the Year. Since 2004, he has been named one of the “Best Doctors in America” and a “Top Doctor” in Chicagoland since 2003.Also, Dr. Brian Cole is a professor of orthopaedics, anatomy, and cell biology at Rush University Medical Center and an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush. Moreover, he is the Managing Partner of Midwest Orthopaedics, as well as the Department’s Associate Chairman and the Cartilage Research and Restoration Center’s Section Head. He is also the host of the sports medicine weekly podcast!Learn more about Dr. Cole at: https://www.briancolemd.com/

Ep. 12: Managing Pain and Improving Functional Movement with Ted Kurlinkus, PT, DPT
Ted Kurlinkus, PT, DPT, from RUSH Physical Therapy, joins Dr. Brian Cole and Steve Kashul to discuss how physical therapy helps patients manage pain and how to know when you should see a physical therapist.

Ep. 11: Neuropsychologist Elizabeth Pieroth on Managing Athletes with Multiple Concussions
Neuropsychologist Elizabeth M. Pieroth, PsyD, ABPP, MPH shares insight into how she manages athletes who have sustained multiple concussions including how to know when to recommend athletes retire from their professional careers. Dr. Pieorth is the Director of the Concussion Program at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush. She has been involved in the assessment of players in the National Hockey League since 1997 and is the Head Injury/Concussion specialist for the Chicago Bears, Blackhawks, White Sox, Fire, and the National Women’s Soccer League, as well as the Co-Director of the NFL Neuropsychology Consulting Program.

Ep. 10: Knee Instability with guest Dr. Adam Yanke
In this episode, Dr. Cole and Steve discuss common causes of knee pain and instability with guest Dr. Adam Yanke from Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush. Dr. Yanke also talks about treating patients who suffer from patellofemoral dysfunction — more commonly known as knee cap instability.

Ep. 9: NBA COVID Protocol; How the Vaccine Works and why it's Important; Myth vs. Reality
Dr. Brian Cole provides in depth understanding of the disease and how we can all be protected. What The future holds as herd immunity evolves. In addition, Dr. Cole reviews the current protocols for the NBA to keep personnel safe and how that will carry over to the NFL and MLB. This is one you cannot miss.

Ep. 8: Managing Football Injuries and Life Decisions with Mike Martin
Steve and Dr. Cole talk with Mike Martin about lessons learned in his career as a professional athlete, dealing with injuries in the NFL and using his experience to make important life decisions.Michael Martin is an former American football defensive end. He was selected by the Tennessee Titans in the third round of the 2012 NFL Draft. He played college football for the Michigan Wolverines from 2008 to 2011. At Michigan, Martin recorded 172 tackles and appeared in 49 games, including 37 games as the Wolverines' starting nose tackle.He was selected as a second-team All-Big Ten Conference player by both the coaches and media in 2011 and received the same recognition from the coaches in 2010. In high school, he was the state Gatorade Player of the Year in football. He was also a two-time Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) state wrestling champion as well as a two-time MHSAA state shot put champion.Mike is currently a Financial Advisor with Wealth Strategies Financial Group in Southfield, Michigan. E-mail: [email protected]

Ep. 7: Managing Hockey Injuries with Dr. John Grant
In depth conversation with orthopaedic surgeon Dr. John Grant, Head Team Physician for Eastern Michigan University Athletics and the USA Hockey National Team Development Program. Dr. Grant talks about his experience in managing common hockey injuries and the players.Dr. Grant obtained his PhD in Kinesiology with a specialization in Bone & Joint Health from the University of Calgary Sport Medicine Centre under the mentorship of Dr. Nicholas Mohtadi and Dr. Ron Zernicke. He then attended the University of Calgary Medical School and completed residency training in Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Calgary in 2010.Dr. Grant completed sub-specialty training in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery at the University of Michigan. This fellowship covered a wide range of sports medicine and shoulder surgery from cartilage and ligament injuries in children & adolescents, through adult knee ligament reconstruction & shoulder instability management, to rotator cuff tears and shoulder replacement in older adults. Care of the elite athlete involved the University of Michigan Wolverines and Eastern Michigan University athletic teams. Particular time was spent with the NCAA Division I football programs at both universities and Michigan’s women's gymnastics team.Dr. Grant specializes in all disorders of the shoulder, including rotator cuff repairs, shoulder replacements, shoulder instability and other sports related injuries. His practice also includes ligamentous injuries of the knee (ACL, LCL, PCL and MCL), meniscal injuries, knee realignment procedures and other sports related injuries. He is a former Associate Physician with the Saint John Seadogs of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League and is currently the Head Team Orthopaedic Surgeon for Eastern Michigan University Athletics and a Consultant to the University of Michigan Athletics Department.Dr. Grant’s research interests include clinical decision making in sports injuries of the knee and shoulder, pre- and post-operative rehabilitation of the knee and shoulder, prevention of sports-related injuries.This Episode is presented by our proud sponsor JRF Ortho, The Leader in Allograft Joint Restoration - JRFORTHO.org

Ep. 6: Ask the Doctor about Current Injuries suffered by MLB Players
Dr. Brian Cole from Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush University Medical Center talks with his co-host Steve Kashul about current injuries in MLB players: bone spurs in the elbow, carpel tunnel syndrome and other common injuries experienced by pitchers.

Ep. 5: Dr. John Fernandez from Rush: Managing Hand Injuries
Dr. John Fernandez talks about the variety of hand injuries and how they are treated. Dr. Fernandez has created and innovated some of the advanced surgeries currently popularized in the treatment of the hand, wrist, and elbow. His original research has led to techniques minimizing surgical trauma while maximizing outcomes. As an inventor, he holds patents in some of the very implants developed for these minimally invasive surgeries. As director of microsurgery for Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, he has performed hundreds of successful microsurgical procedures. These have included replantation of amputated arms, hands, and digits, as well as complex reconstructions for deformity and wounds.

Ep. 4: Karen Malkin discusses Inflammation, Stress, Sleep, Toxins and much more
Certified Integrative Health Coach, Karen Malkin from Karen Malkin Health Counseling talks about the types, causes and treatment for chronic inflammation; how we can manage stress, sleep patterns and environmental toxins to enhance our overall health and longevity. (KarenMalkin.com)

Ep. 3: Ask the Doctor about Shoulder Injuries and Bone Bruises in Young Athletes
Dr. Brian Cole from Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush University Medical Center talks with his co-host Steve Kashul about the causes, symptoms and treatment for shoulder injuries and bone bruises in young athletes.

Ep. 2: Benefits of Physical Therapy at Home: by Athletico
Are you planning a joint replacement or other surgery? Do you have difficulty leaving your home due to mobility or transportation issues? Or, would you simply prefer the convenience of receiving physical therapy services in the privacy and comfort of your home? If any of these are true, Athletico Home Therapy is the solution for you!Through a simple intake and insurance verification process, we will match you with a highly skilled therapist to address your specific needs. Appointments are available in the morning, afternoon, or evening, 7 days a week for maximum convenience. Our therapists will design a personalized treatment program to achieve your functional goals and when necessary, prepare you to transition into one of our many outpatient clinics for continued care.Athletico therapists have a 98% patient satisfaction rating and we have the data to back it up. Patients know to ask for us by name because they have come to expect a superior patient experience from our therapists. We are excited to bring the same dedication, passion, and energy of our outpatient clinics right to your home!

Ep. 1: MLB Season opening with new COVID Protocols, by Dr. Nikhil Verma from Midwest Ortho
Dr. Nikhil Verma from Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush and head team physician for the Chicago White Sox discusses how testing, contract tracing, vaccinations and precautions have evolved for MLB spring training and the 2021 season. There will be continuing flexibility to modify the protocol based on changes in guidelines as they unfold.Dr. Cole also describes the AC joint shoulder sprain of Chicago Bulls forward Lauri Markkanen, along with treatment and recovery. The Bulls recently announced the injury, saying that Markkanen has a sprained right acromioclavicular joint at the top of the shoulder, which happened when Markkanen was fouled as he was driving to the basket.

Potential Problems with Sports Betting, by Frank Ignatius
Interview with Frank Ignatius, the President and Founder of USA Sports Gaming, about the legalization of sports betting and what to expect. Frank explains the problems that can occur as the betting begins from a fans, coaches, and an athletes perspective.Ask the Doctor segment: Dr. Cole answers questions from listeners about how the procedures of an ACL repair and reconstruction are different, and the purpose of an unloader brace for someone who is bowlegged with osteoarthritis.

Types of Intermittent Fasting and Who Should be doing it, by Karen Malkin
Fasting for 24 hours? Different types of intermittent fasting and who should be doing it. With Karen Malkin, Board Certified Health and Nutrition Coach. Karen helps to explain what intermittent fasting is and the healthiest way to go about it. She explains how a person can work up to longer intermittent fasting times and how to begin if you are interested.Ask the Doctor segment: Dr. Cole answers questions from listeners- Why does my back hurt when I do sit-ups? What is the difference between shoulder separation and dislocation? Is it bad to get out of a sling/cast early after surgery?

Growing Cartilage and utilizing Stem-cells from Umbilical Cords
Dr. Alex Bendersky, Director of Rehabilitation at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, explains the focus on Orthopedics for Ivy Rehab. He explains a high vs. low value physical therapy session, and the importance of patient compliance after procedures. Visit https://www.ivyrehab.com/ to learn more.Listen to the interview segment with Dr. Robert Spiro, Senior Vice President of Biologics, Development, Scientific, and Clinical Affairs of Aesculap Biologics. He explains why damaged cartilage is difficult to heal, why it’s important to treat, and the current ongoing clinical Novocart trial that analyzes cartilage growth and use during surgery. Visit https://www.aesculapbiologics.com/en.html for more info.Ask the Doctor segment: Dr. Cole answers questions from listeners. Leg press injuries, open vs close chain exercises, cord blood banking, muscle soreness after exercise, and nutrition post-workout are all the topics covered.

Preparing for the Golf Season with GolfTec; Sleep Therapy with Athletico
Golfing Season is Near: How to prepare and what the GolfTec facility has to offer: Congratulations to TJ Sullivan, Manager and Director of Instruction at GolfTec in Oak Brook, for administering over 19,000 golfing lessons! TJ tells Steve and Dr. Bush-Joseph how to physically prepare for golfing season. TJ also goes about explaining the GolfTec facilities available and open in the Chicago-land area. Visit https://www.golftec.com/ to learn more.Steve and Dr. Bush-Joseph interview Tara Hackney from Athletico to discuss healthy ways to sleep and relax. This includes sleeping positions that decrease neck and back pain, good pillows to use, and techniques to put the mind at rest before bed.Ask the Doctor segment: Dr. Bush-Joseph answers questions from listeners and explains the differences between rheumatoid and osteoarthritis, vitamin effects on lung capacity, and how shoulder replacement procedures and physical therapy differ from a bicep tenodesis.

Youth Sports Injuries; UCL Injuries with Dr. Bush-Joseph from Midwest Ortho
Increased Incidents of Youth Sports-Related Injuries; Repair vs Replacement of the Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL)Dr. Charles Bush-Joseph, Orthopaedic Surgeon, White Sox Head Team Physician for 15 years, and team physician for many Chicago Sports Teams fills in for Dr. Cole for today’s podcast.Interview with Dr. William Hadesman, Orthopedic Surgeon, to discuss overuse injuries in youth and peak performances in young athletes. When competitive sports should become recreational activities.Ask the Doctor segment: Dr. Bush-Joseph answers questions from listeners about whether a repair or replacement of the UCL is recommended for different ages and types of athletes, and the risks of training and practicing of sports daily.

Benefits of Dairy Protein; Open vs. Closed-Chain Exercises
Dr. Cole and Steve discuss the types of unusual and common injuries among a variety of athletes.David Strickland, Chief Commercial Officer of Glanbia Performance Nutrition, explains the benefits of dairy protein and what makes it unique. It can be used by body builders and your average adult for diet and exercise. David explains the machine at headquarters that tastes and smells new products!Visit https://www.optimumnutrition.com/en-us to learn more.Ask the Doctor segment: Dr. Cole answers questions from listeners about the differences and definitions of open vs closed-chain exercises, how to improve posture, and the impact yoga can have on one’s body.For more details please visit https://sportsmedicineweekly.com/

Advanced Wound Closure Technology with Fred Smith from BandGrip
Founder and CEO of BandGrip, Fred Smith, joins Steve Kashul and guest co-host Dr.Nikhil Verma from Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush to discuss BandGrip Micro-Anchor Skin Closure: a faster, easier, and non-invasive way to safely close wounds. They discuss the history of the device, how it is different than traditional wound closure methods, and the future of non-invasive wound closure.

Marathon Training by Athletico; High Altitude Climbing; Treadmill vs Outdoor Running
Interview with Karen Shanahan, Facility Manager at Athletico, about marathon training and injury. Karen emphasizes the importance in taking breaks in training especially when a suspected injury presents symptoms. One day off does not hurt! She shares some tips for the time leading up to the marathon and what runners should do in order to prepare their body, mind, and stamina.Steve and Dr. Cole also discuss how to prepare for hiking and climbing at high altitudes. Dr. Cole mentions how Mark Smiley aided in his training, and that it is highly recommended to have a professional teach you how to prepare for your first time up a mountain. Visit https://smileysproject.smugmug.com/ to learn more about guided mountain trips.Ask the Doctor segment: Dr. Cole answers questions from listeners about the differences between running on a treadmill and outdoor, what underwater treadmills assist with, and the kinds of activity those with osteoporosis should undergo.

Emmett Cleary Discusses Transition from the NFL to Medical School
Steve and Dr. Cole interview Emmett Cleary, former NFL athlete, about how he transitioned from playing in the NFL to becoming a medical student. Emmett explains the struggles of being a college athlete and the preparation he took in order to work towards healthcare after his football career.Ask the Doctor segment: Dr. Cole answers questions from listeners about how age impacts working out, how to hydrate properly through intensive activities, and whether or not stretching can make you stronger.

Bandgrip vs Sutures: the Evolution of Ways to Close Incisions, with Fred Smith from BandGrip
Dr. Nikhil Verma, Head Team Physician for the Chicago White Sox, Sports Medicine Specialist, and Orthopaedic Surgeon at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush fills in for Dr. Cole for today’s podcast.Interview with Fred Smith, the CEO and Founder of BandGrip, to explain what BandGrip is and how it can be used during surgery. Fred tells us the inspiration behind developing his product, and the effort to create simple, pain-free, non-invasive wound closure system. Visit https://www.bandgrip.com/ to learn more.Ask the Doctor segment: Dr. Verma answers questions from listeners about dizziness during workouts, being active at night, complex training, and the benefits to exercising while pregnant.

The business of organ and tissue donation with Kevin Cmunt; How Pitchers should Train with Athletico
Kevin Cmunt and Shannon Wyatt, from Gift of Hope Organ and Tissue Donor Network, discuss the logistics of tissue donation and the emotional stories that come from both the donor families and the receivers. To register to be a tissue/organ donor please visit https://www.giftofhope.org/How pitchers should train and recover to avoid injury: Patrick Pauley, Head Athletic Trainer for the Chicago Dogs Professional Baseball Team and Trainer at Athletico, discusses how overhead injuries need time to recover and analysis to be fixed. He tells Steve and Dr. Cole how session in physical therapy can help target abnormalities in throwing to prevent future injuries.Ask the Doctor segment: Dr. Cole answers questions from listeners about when knee locking and popping is alarming, night pain in joints, and how to prepare body for recreational sports that occur once a week.

Evaluating Nutrition Bars with Karen Malkin; Who should do CrossFit with Dr. Brian Cole
Nutrition Bars are not always Nutritious: How to spot the difference by Karen Malkin, Board Certified Health and Nutrition Coach, gives us tips to identify healthy foods. The importance of looking at ingredient labels as well as food preservation is an easy way to spot healthy foods. Check out KMHC’s Transformation Superfood Bar.Ask the Doctor segment: Dr. Cole gives his input on a variety of subjects: Tips for professional competitive video-gamers, how CrossFit may not be right for everyone, and the importance of stretching before and after workouts.

Using PRP vs Surgery for Elbow Injuries, by Dr. Nik Verma
Dr. Nikhil Verma, Head Team Physician for the Chicago White Sox, Sports Medicine Specialist, and Orthopaedic Surgeon at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush fills in for Dr. Cole for today’s podcast. Steve and Dr. Verma discuss why a PRP injection was used for the White Sox pitcher, Chris Sale, rather than an elbow procedure. Dr. Verma also explains why pitching injuries are seen more in softball than baseball.Interview with Tom Bushkie, Certified Nutritionist and Entrepreneur of Hello Water, about his new developed product: Fiber water. He created Hello Water as a way to obtain fiber throughout the day without the taste, texture, or smell of it in the water. Tom explains the importance of fiber and the different ways his company infuses it with different flavors of Hello Water. Visit https://hellowater.com/ to learn more.

About Plantar Fasciitis with Athletico; Athlete Mental Health with Natalie Graves
Sarah Ryerson, Physical Therapist at Athletico, explains plantar fasciitis and its effects on the body. She tells us how the Graston Technique, dry needling, and other therapies can help alleviate some of the exhibited symptoms.Interview with Natalie Graves, Mental Health Professional from Natalie Graves Athletic Counseling, about how counseling for athletes needs improvement due to the unimaginable pressures placed from fans, coaches, and themselves.Ask the Doctor segment: Dr. Cole and Karen Malkin, Board Certified Health Coach and Environmental Toxin Specialist, answer questions from listeners about how to eat healthy and feel full, the role of stem cells and medicinal signaling cells in medicine, and how often one should workout during the week.

Advancements in Joint Replacement Surgery with Dr. Richard Berger from Midwest Ortho
Join us in congratulating Dr. Richard Berger, Orthopaedic Surgeon and Hip & Knee Replacement Specialist for Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, for performing over 10,000 joint replacement surgeries! Our interview with him discusses how operations have changed over the past 20 years and the positive impacts it has had on the recovery of patients.Interview with Chris Stout, Vice President of Research and Data Analytics at ATI Physical Therapy, regarding how the use of artificial intelligence affects treatment and outcomes of patients who undergo physical therapy.Ask the Doctor segment: Dr. Cole answers questions from listeners about patellofemoral knee replacement surgery, why arthritis is seen more in the winter, treating arthritis, and Vitamin D deficiency.

Why Sweat Testing Matters with Gatorade Sports Science Institute
Interview with Linda Samuels from the Gatorade Sports Science Institute: What information the sweat analysis test collects and how it can improve performance of all-level types of athletes. Good levels of hydration, carbohydrates, and electrolytes are crucial to good sports performance.Karen Malkin, Board Certified Health Coach and Environmental Toxin Specialist, returns to discuss methods of detoxing naturally. She explains Environmental Working Group (EWG) labels and other ways of identifying clean ingredients in products.Ask the Doctor segment: Dr. Bush-Joseph answers questions from listeners about college-level athletes, tendonitis, females at risk for knee injuries, and failure rates of ACL surgeries.

Can Skiing Keep You Young? with ATI Physical Therapy
Peter Braun, Athletic Trainer for ATI Physical Therapy, discusses skiing and his article on its antiaging effects. He gives advice on how to develop as a skier as well as how to adjust to the different seasons of skiing.Interview with Dave Heidloff, Manager of Sports Performance at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, about the new Sports Performance facility in Oak Brook, Illinois. Services offered include functional sports assessment, sensor and video-based biomechanical analysis of body movement, blood flow restriction training, and standard sports assessment.Ask the Doctor segment: Dr. Bush-Joseph from Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush answers questions about Tennis-Elbow treatment and when muscle soreness should be evaluated.

Dry Needling and Blood Flow Restriction with Athletico Physical Therapy
Interview with Carson Lux, Physical Therapist at Athletico to discuss 2 new techniques in therapy, dry needling and blood flow restriction training that can help with acute pain as well as post surgical rehab, and explains their impacts on the body.Plus a discussion with cardiologist, Dr. Steven Feinstein from Rush University Medical Center, regarding cardiovascular disease and its risks. Dr. Feinstein discusses the coronary calcium test and concerns about training for big events.Ask the Doctor segment: Dr. Cole answers questions from listeners about MCL injuries, knee abnormalities and how to be aware of changes in your body, Dr. Cole also and explains the difference between CT scans and MRIs.

Managing Stress during COVID with Karen Malkin
Interview with Karen Malkin, certified integrative health coach and holistic health counselor, discussing techniques for managing stress during the COVID pandemic. Specialties: Weight Loss; Sugar Detox; Mindful Eating; Food Addictions; Hormone Balance; Digestive Reset; Sports Nutrition; Stress Regulation; Toxins & Environmental Health

Skiing with or without a Helmet with Dr. Jeremy Alland from Rush
Interview with Dr. Jeremy Alland, Primary Care Physician and Sports Medicine Specialist at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, to discuss the importance of wearing a helmet while skiing and how to be aware of concussions.Interview with Jay Jacobson, the Global Director of Education at Optimum Nutrition, BSN, and Isopure. The difference between amino acid supplements vs protein powders and when they should be taken during the day.Ask the Doctor segment: Dr. Cole answers questions from listeners about Tenex procedure, runners knee, and activities that can be done after a knee replacement.

Return to Sports during COVID with Dr. Nikhil Verma from Rush
Steve Kashul and Dr. Brian Cole talk with Dr. Nikhil Verma, Head Team Physician for the Chicago White Sox, Sports Medicine Specialist, and Orthopaedic Surgeon with Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush: Return to Sports during COVID and Keeping Patients Safe when seeking care.

Are Cortisone Shots Safe?
Steve Kashul and Dr. Cole talk about the benefits, safety and risks of Cortisone Shots.

The Epic Career Of Former NFL Player Doug Plank: Part Two
Steve Kashul and Dr. Cole talk with Doug Plank about his experience playing at Ohio State and with the Chicago Bears. As a former NFL safety who played 9 years with the Bears, he suffered about 30 concussions and has had both shoulders and knees replaced.

Ask the Doctor: About NBA Season Start outside the Bubble
A listener asks Dr. Cole how confident he is about NBA teams being able to play a full season without being in a bubble.

Potential Future of Alabama Center Landon Dickerson after Knee Injury
Steve Kashul and Dr. Cole discuss potential future of Alabama Crimson Tide football player Landon Dickerson, their starting center, suffering torn knee ligaments in the SEC title game. When Landon Dickerson suffered what coach Nick Saban called a “pretty serious” knee injury a week ago, Alabama football lost more than the center of its offensive line. In some ways, it was losing the soul of the No. 1-ranked Crimson Tide (11-0). It was losing the gasoline that livened Alabama's fire.

The Epic Career of Former NFL Player Doug Plank: Part One
Steve Kashul and Dr. Cole talk with Doug Plank about his experience playing at Ohio State and with the Chicago Bears. As a former NFL safety who played 9 years with the Bears, he suffered about 30 concussions and has had both shoulders and knees replaced.Seeing him hit was spectacular, like the finale of a Fourth of July fireworks show. But it never was about what he did as much as what he stood for. Watching him was understanding the power of the human spirit. The game of football, on many levels, is about self-sacrifice. Plank, with smelling salts in his waistband and blood dripping down the side of his broken nose, was a portrait of self-sacrifice.

Ask the Doctor: About Winter Sports Injuries
This Podcast segment of ‘Ask the Doctor’ addresses questions submitted by Sports Medicine Weekly followers. Dr. Brian Cole and Steve Kashul discuss the above topic.

Bucs RB Ronald Jones II not expected to Play due to a Broken Finger
Steve Kashul and Dr. Cole discuss the surgery required to insert a pin in the broken finger of Bucs RB Ronald Jones. Bucs head coach Bruce Arians told the media that Jones is unlikely to play Saturday, due in part to the NFL’s COVID-19 protocols, but also because he hasn’t practiced since having the surgery on his finger. ‘Ro’ (Jones) is going to be doubtful – getting through the COVID and not having any practice with the finger,” Arians said. “We still haven’t been able to see him with the finger, so we’ll have to wait and see on that one.”

Ask the Doctor: The Benefits of Compression Clothing for Athletes
This Podcast segment of ‘Ask the Doctor’ addresses questions submitted by Sports Medicine Weekly followers. Dr. Brian Cole and Steve Kashul discuss the above topic.

Critical Care Doctor Abhaya Trivedi Explains how COVID Patients are being Managed at Rush University Medical Center
https://wp.me/p3Y82B-dx7Dr. Abhaya Trivedi, Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Specialist atRush University Medical Center talking about her experiences and the advances at Rush in the care of some of the most challenging patients infected with COVID-19 in addition to her thoughts on the vaccine and new therapies; what to do if you experience COVID symptoms.

Questions about NCAA Season during COVID and Colts QB Philip Rivers Turf Toe Injury
https://wp.me/p3Y82B-dkSSteve Kashul and Dr. Cole discuss: Comments by Duke Coach Mike Krzyzewski about college basketball being played during COVID; Indianapolis Colts QB Philip Rivers suffering from Turf Toe.