By Jess Veley, MS-SSR, LAT, ATC In last week’s Digest, we concluded that it’s more important to listen to your body versus pushing through the hurt or discomfort in order to avoid a nagging injury. A common misconception most people believe is that aches, soreness, and discomforts will resolve on
by Aaron Weidman, MS, ATC, CEAS You did it. The race you trained for is next week. You’ve bought your shoes, paid for your entry fee, and you’re winding down your training, but your back has started to tighten up again. So what do you do? Run the race anyway?
By Savanah Mickey, LAT, ATC, CEAS Pain is a universal human experience. We encounter it in different forms, whether physical, mental, or emotional, with physical pain being the most commonly recognized. But pain is not purely physical. It involves how the body processes sensory input alongside an emotional response, regardless
by Laila Ghannam, MS, ATC, CES Beginning a new job or task has a way of feeling overwhelming, especially one that can be labor intensive. Perhaps you’re reading this as a seasoned industrial athlete. You know what we mean! The first 90 days of a demanding job can demonstrate many
by Ashley Shoemaker, MHA, ATC Oww! A grimace. Eyes squeeze shut. Muscles tense. Frustration brews, patience wanes, and a sense of helplessness looms. Sound familiar? About 51 million Americans experience pain that interferes with their daily lives and thousands sustain injuries at work or home every day. And, even though the sense
by WRNW It’s that time again, Industrial Athletes. Work Right preaches prevention and this month our focus is on the ball and socket joint – the shoulder! When it comes to work, there isn’t much your shoulders don’t play a role in. To take the weight off of your shoulders,
