Posts Tagged ‘sportsmedicine’
Inova-led study finds positive long-term health outcomes in concussion patients treated with clinical-profiles-informed care
Fairfax, VA – A new study, co-led by Inova Sports Medicine, offers encouraging news for people recovering from concussion. Published in the Journal of Head Trauma Rehabilitation, the study found that 85% of concussion patients who received clinical-profiles-informed care reported favorable long-term health-related quality of life scores one to six years after injury. Clinical-profiles-informed care…
Read MoreWorking Out in the Heat? Protect Yourself!
Many athletes out there are working hard and pushing themselves to be in the best condition for their upcoming seasons. While it’d be nice to work out in a cool, air-conditioned room or facility all year long, it’s not realistic. More importantly, it won’t fully prepare you to play sports outside in a warm/hot environment.…
Read MoreDr. Edward Chang Leverages Innovative Surgical Approach to Treat First Patient with BEAR® Implant
Falls Church, VA – On October, 2022, Edward Chang, MD, became the first surgeon in Virginia to use the BEAR® Implant to treat an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear during the BEAR III trial. The BEAR Implant is the first medical advancement to enable the body to heal its own torn ACL. This new approach…
Read MoreInova Sports Medicine Chairman and Musculoskeletal President Dr. Robin West Served as Keynote Speaker for the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine’s 2026 Class
Robin West, MD, recently served as the keynote speaker at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine’s annual white coat ceremony. The event was held at the Carnegie Music Hall in Pittsburgh. Dr. West addressed many important topics for the incoming class, including mental health in the field. “Don’t be afraid to speak up for…
Read MoreStatement from Inova Regarding Exos Sports Performance Partnership
Falls Church, VA – Inova has made the decision to discontinue its partnership with Exos sports performance group at Inova Sports Performance Center in Fairfax, VA. Over the last five years, Exos has helped train more than 2,500 athletes back to full recovery at Inova Sports Performance Center. We are grateful for their partnership in…
Read MoreStatement from J. Stephen Jones, MD, President and CEO, Inova, Regarding Washington Redskins
Falls Church, VA – Inova is a sponsoring partner with the Washington Redskins. This morning, the Washington Redskins announced that they are undertaking a comprehensive review of the team’s name. J. Stephen Jones, MD, FACS, President and CEO, Inova Health System, issued the following statement regarding this review: “Inclusion and belonging are integral to the…
Read More7 Ways to Prevent the Most Common Exercise Injuries
Work up a sweat safely with these expert-backed tips Perhaps, like millions of Americans, you set a New Year’s resolution to exercise more often. Kudos! You are taking a step in the right direction toward having a healthier lifestyle. But before diving into a new exercise regimen, it is essential to be prepared to prevent…
Read More8 Tips for Winter Running
Maintain your running schedule during the coldest months of the year with these safety tips Running outdoors in the winter tends to raise injury risk due to the occasional icy patch or snowy stretch in Northern Virginia. Whether you’re running just to keep in shape or preparing for an upcoming race in the spring, with…
Read MoreConcussion Recovery: A Long, Hard Journey Ends with Relief
Jennifer Anderson (not her real name) was watching a volleyball match when a wayward ball flew into the sidelines where she was standing and slammed into the back of her head. Over the next few days, she experienced headaches, fatigue and nausea. She was dizzy and extremely sensitive to sound and light. Anderson spent her…
Read MoreSports Medicine Highlights: Teaming Up with the Washington Football Team
As a sports medicine doctor in the NFL, the stakes are high — but so is the excitement, says Brandon Bryant, MD, an orthopedic surgeon at Inova Sports Medicine and a team doctor for the Washington Football Team. We asked Bryant what it’s like keeping the pros healthy. What is it like working with the…
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