Football Helmets and Concussion: Equaling the Playing Field
Helmets have come a long way since the earliest days of American football. Leather designs at the start of the 20th century evolved to current day molded plastic models. But, the helmet’s original...
View ArticleKeeping Your Youth Athlete Safe from Overuse Injuries During Growth Periods
Whether your child is a seasoned player or just heading into their first season of recreational soccer, playing sports is important for their overall health. One of the best ways to encourage that...
View ArticleRegenerative Medicine Therapy and Sports Medicine with Dr. Destin Hill
As a member of the Emory Sports Medicine team, Destin Hill, MD, spends most of his time treating patients in the Emory Orthopaedics & Spine Center at Flowery Branch – right next to the Atlanta...
View ArticleAugmented and Virtual Reality Tools Are Making Sports Injury Prevention Real...
College-level and professional athletes can access the most advanced training programs and technology for sports injury prevention and recovery. But researchers at Emory Sports Performance and Research...
View ArticleAlge Crumpler: Remaking of a Pro
How Emory Healthcare helped the Falcons legend overcome his biggest challenge View the story Alge Crumpler: Remaking of a Pro How Emory Healthcare helped the Falcons legend overcome his biggest...
View ArticleGolf Medicine Program Helps Golfers Play for a Lifetime
Triple bogies and sand traps can ruin a perfectly good round of golf. But far worse for casual and competitive golfers alike is the prospect of losing time on the course due to injury. “Many people...
View ArticleAthletic Trainers Are a Key Part of the Game — Especially in Emergencies
Athletes and spectators packed the gym, but the crowd stood silent. A volleyball athlete lay on the ground where she had collapsed moments before. At West Hall High School’s senior night for...
View ArticleRunning Tips To Prevent Injuries and Get Race Ready
Runners experience all sorts of health benefits, such as better heart health, stronger bones, building muscle and maintaining a healthy weight. But just like in any sport or activity, runners risk...
View ArticlePickleball vs. Tennis Injuries: Which Are Worse?
To the uninitiated, pickleball and tennis may look pretty similar. After all, both require players to hit a ball over the net with a racquet. But ask anyone who plays these sports, and they’ll tell you...
View ArticleEmory Healthcare Becomes Official Team Healthcare Provider of Atlanta Vibe...
The Pro Volleyball Federation’s Atlanta Vibe has announced a multi-year partnership with Emory Healthcare, made official by both organizations today. The partnership makes Emory Healthcare the official...
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