sports injury

  • Shoulder Injury Prevention

    Shoulder Injury Prevention

    July 25, 2023

    Shoulder injuries are quite common, especially for athletes or people who engage in physical activities that involve repetitive arm and shoulder movements. Injuries can occur due to overuse, sudden impact, or trauma. Whatever the cause, shoulder injuries can be painful and limiting, making it difficult to perform everyday tasks or participate in sports. Fortunately, there […]

  • Sports Injuries & Mental Health

    Sports Injuries & Mental Health

    May 23, 2022

    As a Certified Athletic Trainer at South Christian High School and Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy in Grand Rapids, Michigan, usually I get to talk about the parts of my job that I love but today I get to discuss mental healing and sports injuries! Today we are doing something a little different. We are talking […]

  • Concussion Myths

    Concussion Myths

    August 23, 2021

    With the start of the upcoming school year approaching, so is the beginning of contact sports seasons, such as football and soccer. An influx in sports seasons creates greater susceptibility in sustaining a concussion. These days, most schools and sports programs provide appropriate baseline testing and education, but sometimes the facts regarding concussions are misunderstood. […]

  • Overhead Athlete Injury Prevention

    Overhead Athlete Injury Prevention

    August 6, 2021

    Here at Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy, we see a lot of overhead athletes who are recovering from an injury and looking to return to their sport. Who is considered to be an overhead athlete? This group includes (but not limited to) baseball, softball, soccer goalkeepers, quarterbacks, volleyball, swimmers, tennis, shotput/discus throwers, and CrossFit athletes. This […]