Athletic Trainer Skill Sets Among the many factors behind the success of any high level athlete is an Athletic Trainer (AT). Even though not all iconic sportspersons may have an athletic trainer, they are a critical and proven benefit to one’s career. Athletic training entails several aspects besides simply helping in physical training and injury repair. […]
Types of Bone Fractures
Types of Bone Fractures – Orthopedics, Lubbock TX Types of bone fractures can be many, but here are the main classifications. If you’ve ever had a broken bone, chances are that you know exactly which one you had – the one that hurt 🙂 The Basics of a bone fracture (medical term for Broken Bone): […]
Dr. Kevin Crawford Named 2016 KCBD Best of the West
2016 Best of the West – Orthopedic Surgeons For the sixth consecutive year (7th in 8 years), Dr. Kevin Crawford has been named the KCBD News Channel 11’s Best of the West Orthopedic Surgeon. Voted by the community at large, Dr. Crawford was but one of many orthopedic surgeons to be nominated. Garnering the […]
Is Exercise good for Brain Health
Is exercise good for Brain Health? Absolutely! Aside from keeping your body fit, physical exercise can benefit brain health in many ways. That’s a win-win! We hit the gym a few times a week, run, or partake in physical activities to keep our bodies’ fit. We also continue learning new tasks, enjoy crossword puzzles, or take […]
What is Orthopedics?
What is Orthopedics? “or·tho·pe·dics ˌôrTHəˈpēdiks/ noun: 1. The branch of medicine dealing with the correction or deformities of bones or muscles.” During some time in their life, most people will visit an orthopedic specialist or surgeon. Some, such as scholastic or professional athletes, will tend to visit an Orthopedist much more often than the rest. Our […]
Medicine for Motion
Lubbock Sports Medicine provides Orthopedic, Regenerative, and Rehab treatment in Lubbock, TX.”MEDICINE FOR MOTION”LOCATED IN THE HEART OF THE SOUTH PLAINS, LUBBOCK SPORTS MEDICINE IS YOUR PREMIER SPORTS MEDICINE AND REHAB CENTER. OUR KNOWLEDGEABLE AND FRIENDLY STAFF IS HERE TO TREAT YOUR ACTIVE LIFESTYLE ORTHOPEDIC INJURIES! Sports Injury Treatments for Active Lifestyles:Our specialty day in and day out is Sports […]
Most Common Throwing Injuries
Two of the more common injuries caused by the mechanics (or more specifically, improper mechanics) of throwing are to the rotator cuff that causes instability to the shoulder, and also to the elbow. The rotator cuff is vitally important to maintaining the shoulder joint in its correct position, as well as sustaining the strength of the shoulder. […]
Regenerative Medicine with Stem Cell Therapy
Regenerative Medicine has been at the forefront of new and emerging orthopedic treatment techniques. Lubbock Sports Medicine provides the latest in regenerative technologies to aid, and in some cases, expedite the recovery process. LSM offers two different techniques: Platlet-Rich Plasma (PRP) and Stem Cell Therapy. See below for patient education on these new and exciting […]
Saturday Injury Clinic is Back
Saturday Injury Clinic FREE* Saturday AM Injury Clinic for Student-Athletes Lubbock Sports Medicine4110 22nd Place. Lubbock, TX 79410(806) 792-4329 To help treat sports-related injuries when it’s tough to get into Urgent Care, Lubbock Sports Medicine is offering its Saturday morning Injury Clinic for Student-Athletes. Starting at 8:30am, and running through November 21st, we’ll have our expert staff on-hand to assess […]
Golf Sports Medicine – Joint Injury Prevention
Golf Sports Medicine and the prevention of joint injury are of the upmost importance to nailing that impossible Golf Shot. When Common sense usually rules the day, here are a few tips to help keep your stroke on-par. It all starts with the warm-up. Getting your body prepared for the links will not only help prevent […]