Fall sports season means it’s sports injury season, too. Whether you’re a parent, coach or player, you’re probably seeing an increase in bumps, bruises and other minor injuries this time of year. Here are the most common fall sports injuries and how to handle them. Ankle, knee and wrist sprains Follow the RICE approach: Rest…
Donavan Hickman planned to start last season as nose tackle for Floyd Central High School’s football team. Unfortunately, fate had other plans. “It was the first day of practice,” Hickman said. “I jumped at the line of scrimmage, was hit and landed on my head. After that, everything became disoriented.” A trip to the hospital…
If you’ve been paying attention to the action in Rio, you’ve surely noticed some impressive female athletes. They’re the best in their sports, have worked tirelessly and pushed through injuries, doubts and stiff competition to get to the world’s stage. That’s great! But in the midst of the growing medal count, there’s a serious problem….
Norton Healthcare’s new Women’s Sports Health program is gaining momentum as a place to turn for expert care, whether a weekend warrior or a professional athlete. Courier-Journal reporter Darla Carter talked to a local athlete about how Norton Women’s Sports Health helped her overcome a barrage of injuries and get ready for her next competition….
Bike to Beat Cancer has teamed up with Dan Delph, training leader for Norton Sports Health, to give you “Dan’s Training Tips.” These videos are designed to give riders answers to basic cycling questions and concerns. In this video, Dan discusses what not to wear — and what to wear, including spandex. Put aside your…
With football season just on the horizon, a dreaded c-word is coming up again in conversations: concussions. Even with new safety protocols and advances in research on concussions, many myths still exist among the general public. Tad D. Seifert, M.D., director of Norton Healthcare’s Sports Concussion Program and neurologist with Norton Neuroscience Institute, is working…
I didn’t know Pat Summitt, nor did I play basketball, but as a former college athlete, I know all she did for female athletes. Anyone who follows sports knows about Summitt’s on-the-court accomplishments. But for me, how she went about her work and what she did for women are what define her legacy. When Summitt…
You need that form filled out and signed for your child to play sports, so you dash off to the local retail clinic. Sound familiar? Probably too familiar, according to Drew Duerson, M.D. Dr. Duerson is a pediatrician with Norton Children’s Hospital Medical Associates – Shepherdsville, who also has a certificate of added qualification in…
You don’t normally see soccer players wearing head protection. But for 15-year-old Ruby Fitzer, it’s a requirement. “I don’t like wearing it — it leaves a mark on my forehead,” said Ruby, a goalie for Dupont Manual High School in Louisville. “But the reality is I need it in order to keep playing.” Unfortunately, between…
Former NFL quarterback Peyton Manning sat down with Jason Frakes, Courier-Journal high school sports writer, to discuss his career, retirement, thoughts on children playing football and advice for high school athletes. At the Kentuckiana Sports Awards Banquet on June 14, guest speaker Manning shared intimate details about his 22-year career as a football player. His…
The Courier-Journal Kentuckiana Sports Awards Banquet on June 14, 2016, honored local high school athletes. The night was highlighted by guest speaker Peyton Manning. Norton Sports Health Congratulations to our community’s high school athletes who have worked so hard to excel in their sports. Good luck on your athletic journey. About Norton Sports Health
Biking to work — or anywhere for that matter — has been made easier thanks to Louisville’s commitment to improving the rideability of our city. Recently ranked a Silver Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists, Louisville has strengthened its focus on two-wheel commuters and pedestrians within the past several years. So what…
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