Sports Medicine Weekly

Dr. Gregory Nicholson of Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, Steve Kashul and Cole Cruz from Coalition Strength and Conditioning, discuss the ’10 Side Effects of Prolonged Sitting’ including altered posture and alignment and Decreased cardiovascular health. Cole Cruz is founder of Coalition Strength and Conditioning in Chicago’s west town. He holds … Continue reading →

This regular segment of ‘Ask the Doctor’ addresses questions sent in by Sports Medicine Weekly followers. In this segment we have Dr. Gregory Nicholson from Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, addressing questions about the causes, symptoms and treatment of shoulder and … Continue reading →

Steve and Dr. Cole talk with Danielle Debulgado from ATI Physical Therapy about the benefits of aquatic therapy. Thanks to advancements in technologies and accessibility, a lesser-publicized therapy, known as aquatic therapy, is steadily becoming a highly endorsed secondary option for … Continue reading →

Steve and Dr. Cole talk with Chris Palmquist to discuss the benefits of Diversified Training for Adult Endurance Athletes, how training changes over the course of a season and how a competitive adult endurance athlete trains during off-season. Chris Palmquist is a USAT … Continue reading →

This regular segment of ‘Ask the Doctor’ addresses questions sent in by Sports Medicine Weekly followers. In this segment Dr. Cole answers questions about: Sports Hernias Psychology in treating patients Shin Splints Broken Ribs Jammed Fingers Discoloration-Bruising around the knees … Continue reading →

Steve and Dr. Cole talk with Dr. Johnny Lin from Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush about Achilles injuries: how it differs from other injuries and why in many cases the recovery tends to be less than 100%. Dr. Johnny Lin is board … Continue reading →

Steve and Dr. Cole talk with Jabari Parker about his past experience with 2 ACL injuries in the same knee, returning to play after signing on with the Chicago Bulls, the rehab process, importance of a positive mental attitude and … Continue reading →

This regular segment of ‘Ask the Doctor' addresses questions sent in by Sports Medicine Weekly followers. In this segment Dr. Cole answers questions about: a strained piriformis muscle leading to sciatica pain chronic pain under the knee cap after cartilage … Continue reading →

Dr. Brian Cole and Steve Kashul Discuss how specialization in young athletes leads to injuries and burnout in part 2 of this rare interview. (for part 1, click here) Dr. James Andrews, Orthopaedic surgeon and founding partner for the Andrews  Institute for … Continue reading →

Chip Schaefer returns to @ChicagoBulls for a second stint with the team as Director of Sports Performance and enters his 26th season in the #NBA, during which time he has contributed to 11 NBA Championship teams-six with Chicago, five with … Continue reading →

Dr. Mark Cohen from Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, Dr. @BrianCole and @SteveKashul discuss the causes of, and the progress made over the years with #TommyJohn surgery. Dr. Cohen addresses the question of the increased frequency of this injury and surprising statistic that one out of … Continue reading →

Dr. Brian Cole MD from Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush and Steve Kashul discuss the importance of reducing your toxic load with Karen Malkin. Included in her conversation are the hazards of BPA's in plastic and how they promote endocrine disruption which … Continue reading →

Dr. Brian Cole MD from Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, Steve Kashul and Dr. Tommy John discuss his book ‘Minimize Injury-Maximize Performance‘. Dr. John also talks about how youth sports may be leaving our kids over trained and less developed. Sports Medicine Weekly … Continue reading →

With Tara Hackney PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP, a physical therapy specialist practicing at Athletico in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Dr. Brian Cole MD at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, Steve Kashul and Tara discuss overuse sports injuries in children including the warning signs that the young athlete needs … Continue reading →

This regular segment addresses questions sent in by Sports Medicine Weekly followers. This week Dr. Cole addresses The Score's board producer Shane Riordan's question regarding a dislocated shoulder while playing 16″ softball. Sports Medicine Weekly on 670 The Score

Dr. Brian Cole MD from Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush & Steve Kashul discuss how Allan Thomas keeps the Chicago White Sox healthy and strong during the season as well as off season. Allan also explains the maintenance programs that the … Continue reading →

Dr. Brian Cole MD from Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush & Steve Kashul  discuss Julian Beckwith's responsibilities at NCSA and it's goal to make recruiting better for college-bound athletes. Julian offers advise for parents and athletes hoping to reach the next level. … Continue reading →

Dr. Brian Cole & Steve Kashul discuss how predictive analytics and machine learning are changing the face of health care with Dr. Chris Stout, Vice President, Department of Clinical Research and Data Analytics for ATI Physical Therapy. Dr. Stout, PsyD, … Continue reading →

Dr. Brian Cole MD Midwest Orthopaedicsat Rush & Steve Kashul discuss with Karen how to reduce your toxic body burden by following simple steps outlined in Karen’s Transformation Detox series at KarenMalkin.com Karen Malkin is the founder of Karen Malkin Health Counseling is a Certified … Continue reading →

Dr. Brian Cole MD Midwest Orthopaedicsat Rush & Steve Kashul discuss with Karen how to reduce your toxic body burden by following simple steps outlined in Karen's Transformation Detox series at KarenMalkin.com Karen Malkin is the founder of Karen Malkin Health Counseling is a Certified … Continue reading →

Haley Kopach‘s coaching and competition comeback.  Dr. Brian Cole MD and Steve Kashul discuss Haley's labral tear surgery & recovery with Dr. Shane Nho. Haley achieved a full return to Cross Fit Coaching and competition after her injury and recovery, … Continue reading →

Steve Kashul has a great conversation with Fred Funk. Fred discussed all of the injuries he has experienced as a pro golfer and the success of many of his surgeries and physical therapy. Sports Medicine Weekly on 670 The Score

This regular segment addresses questions sent in by Sports Medicine Weekly followers. Dr. Brian Cole discusses questions from Lisa about her knee pain, Taylor about restarting a training program after period of inactivity, Zach about his tennis elbow and Steve … Continue reading →

Dr. Cole and Steve discuss the psychological and physiological effects of using a placebo for recovery. Dr. Cole also explains the powerful effect the mind has on assisting the body in recovery.

Mark, Dr. @BrianColeMD and @SteveKashul discuss his client Micheal Porter Junior and protecting his best interest, his rehab, and evaluating his long term prognosis. Mark discusses discusses the difference between staying healthy in the NBA and the NFL.