THE ORIGINS OF BASKETBALL: TWO PEACH BASKETS The game of basketball was invented in 1891 by Dr. James Naismith, a YMCA teacher who was asked to create an indoor activity for the cold months of the year. His first version of the game used two wooden peach baskets and a soccer ball. Scoring

Like any sport, tennis athletes get injured. While tennis players can suffer concussions and other injuries that are most associated with contact sports, the most common tennis injuries are either repetitive action injuries or acute injuries, such as sprains. If you are a tennis player, it

Common volleyball injuries tend to revolve around the ends of limbs such as fingers, ankles, and toe injuries. Here’s some information on how to avoid such injuries, including prevention techniques, as well as how to reduce injury time after you already have the issue. The goal is always to ge

The beginning of 2019 is the perfect opportunity to set new goals and start fresh. Whether you fell off the wagon over the holidays or you’re hoping to improve your diet and exercise routine for the first time, the beginning of a new year is the perfect time for a brand new start. For many peo

Thankfully for all of us, strength training has become more mainstream for all in the last 20 years. It used to be thought that only bodybuilders or pro athletes needed strength training, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Strength training provides so many benefits that directly pro

Many MMA fans and athletes are familiar with the high risk of injury that goes along with a sport that’s high-impact, high-intensity, and filled with opportunities to get hurt. Even during training, when you’re working with your opponent instead of trying to injure them, there&

Martial arts competitions are an increasingly popular sport for all ages. And it’s something that people perform, often with injuries. There’s no doubt it’s an injury-prone sport, however, if it’s a sport that you enjoy, there are things you can do to ensure you minimize inju

With the snow melting and the weather warming, it’s about that time we all are getting outside for some fresh air and exercise! Unfortunately, one of the first areas where this optimism can come crashing down is when we get injured. Often times, this is from some sort of joint injury. Our

You know that anyone who participates in a certain sport on a professional level is exponentially more at risk for suffering from a sports injury. In fact, it wouldn’t be unreasonable to suggest that every professional athlete will suffer from an injury at some point, whether that is a relativ

The popularity of football has continued to grow over the past few decades, but with it come injuries associated with playing a competitive sport. Whether playing in school, college, or in a professional or community league, common football injuries can be treated and prevented with the ri

Whether you’re a dedicated athlete or an active professional, knee injuries are a fact of life. Young and old, active and inactive; knee injuries are common for all ages and walks of life. Some of us experienced our first serious knee injuries falling off bikes or on the soccer field as childr

As of writing, school just got out. So why are we talking back to school already? Because like it or not, school sports are a serious deal! Practices start soon, and training has already begun. Make sure you and your athletes are prepared for the season by paying attention to individual needs of eac

You love to push your body, to feel your muscles and stamina reaching their limits. There is something undeniably uplifting about how your feet can carry you for miles, the wind blowing in your face. Which is one of the many reasons you’ve decided to train for an upcoming half-marathon race. W

CrossFit is a strength and conditioning program that has taken off in popularity in recent years. No longer is it reserved for hardened military types, but everyone from lanky teens with MMA dreams to spritely seniors are taking advantage of the full-body workouts. As CrossFit combines a wide range

Getting a restful night’s sleep revives your body and mind. But it seems almost impossible these days. You’re constantly on the go with work, kids, and everything else. By the time you climb into bed, you’re already thinking about tomorrow. Wondering what to wear, packing lunches,

The other day Mike Gorski was working out at a large commercial gym with a few other people around. After finishing a grueling set of dumbbell bench press, I glanced to my left. There stood a bronze, lean, grey haired man. His triceps were more defined than any other person in the area. He had a cal

Strength training can be a fantastic addition to your fitness routine and is something you can do at home as well as in a health club or recreation center. While a formal weight-room, equipped with a wide variety of dumbbells, barbells, kettlebells and circuit-training machines is awesome, we can al

When you exercise, you stress your body, you deplete your body’s fuel, and you damage your tissue. Resting / Recovering will allow your body to destress, replenish your energy stores and make the repairs to strengthen your muscles. Recovery is essential for human performance. Without recovery,

Coming back from a sports injury or a chronic pain condition isn’t always easy. There is plenty of recovery that goes into it. But if you keep up with preventative measures to protect your body, you’ll be able to live with less pain and dramatically decrease the chances of enduring anoth

The shoulder, with its ball-and-socket joint, has the greatest range of motion of any joint in the body.  Since this is so, it is also the joint which is most easily prone to injury.  Injuries can occur while performing routine daily activities when the arm is extended above the head such

Both taping and bracing are just a part of life for every athlete. No matter what the injury is, even after ample time off to rest and heal, it needs a little support to allow athletes to return to their previous level of competition. While both taping and bracing can greatly reduce risk of re-injur

One of the most annoying sports injuries is a blister. Even compared to the common ankle sprain, blisters are the most frequently treated sports-related injury out there. So let’s talk about how to prevent them and the best ways to treat blisters. Blisters can form anywhere on your skin, usual

The knee joint, more so than almost any other area of the body, is subject to a variety of forces and actions during competitive sports play. It has to endure an abundance of wear and tear, which should make it no surprise that many athletes have to endure knee injuries throughout their active lives

Mueller Sports Medicine is proud that Alex Morgan chooses Mueller M-Wrap and TYPHOON Kinesiology tape to perform at her best. Alex is a true superstar and Mueller are excited to have her as part of the team. ABOUT ALEX MORGAN If the tale of American women’s soccer begins with a sports-bra

If you’re an athlete, you’re 60 times more susceptible to injuring your teeth when you don’t wear a mouthguard for protection. When choosing a mouthguard, it helps to know what’s available, as well as the pros and cons of the main types. Stock Mouthguards This

Just like with machines, any time you do something that involves moving parts, there’s a certain risk of damage. The amount you move and how much effort you put into each motion also contributes to this potential risk. Taking a sedate walk around the neighborhood may have minimal consequences

Whether you are enduring several weeks of straight recovery from an injury or use your brace during practice on a regular basis, at some point you will realize that this very useful piece of gear has begun to smell. THE RISKS OF UNWASHED SPORTS BRACES Sports braces are amazing. They offer both

Knee pain is one of the most common injuries that I see as a Physical Therapist on a daily basis. Knee pain can be acute, intermittent, nagging, or it can be extremely painful and debilitating. The pain could be due to a bruise, sprain, strain, degeneration or even a tear. Using a knee brace is a gr

Back injuries are one of the most common aliments of modern time. From either acute injuries while lifting or twisting the wrong way, to chronic injuries ranging from strains to disc herniation – lower back pain is no fun. Even if you don’t experience back pain now, it may only be a matt

The latest edition of Mueller Wellness features 2 videos, in which Joel Luedke discusses some ways to use Mueller Kinesiology Tape to help with knee pain and also discusses patellar tracking. In the first video, Joel discusses a quick and simple approach to try for muscle pain around and above the k