Photo by Mike Gladu Push, pull. Push, pull. Push, pull. With each powerful pedal, 55-year-old Curtis Tolson propelled himself closer to the finish line. He was determined to step off…
People living with orthopedic pain are increasingly considering platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections as an alternative to surgery. The procedure uses the body’s own healing properties to treat muscle, tendon and…
Hand health is essential for just about every sport, especially football, baseball and wrestling. In this video, Ethan Blackburn, M.D., hand surgeon with Norton Louisville Arm & Hand, describes how…
Louisville Magazine recently asked thousands of physicians in the Louisville area which surgeons they’d call on if they or a member of their family needed care. In the hand surgery…
The Norton Sports Health 10k is quickly approaching! It’s almost time to put all of your training to the test. If this is your first or 40th 10k, we have…
For the first time ever, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released guidelines on treating children with concussions and other mild traumatic brain injuries. The timing is…
If Ironman athletes were really made of iron, sports medicine specialists wouldn’t be needed. The athletes who will swim 2.4 miles in the Ohio River, bike 112 miles through the…
Every athlete knows about the pressure to perform. It’s an inevitable part of any competition. However, often, athletes prioritize physical over mental preparation. Vanessa Shannon, Ph.D., director of mental performance…
Beginning a new running routine can be challenging, but knowing how to run can improve your experience and get you excited about your new exercise endeavor. All you need are…
Training for race day is hard work, mentally and physically. We all need a day off and here’s why: Norton Sports Health You don’t have to be an elite athlete…
Do you know the four periods of time when you are most vulnerable to a running injury? During the initial four to six months of training Upon returning to training…
Have you ever walked into a store looking for a new pair of running shoes and felt confused by all the options? Do you choose the best looking? The cheapest?…