AMSSM Sports Medcasts

Dr. Emily Eshleman, a sports and exercise medicine physician at UMass Chan School of Medicine, unpacks the management strategies for de Quervain Tenosynovitis. She compares treatment methods like corticosteroid injections and immobilization, emphasizing the power of ultrasound-guided approaches. Eshleman discusses the importance of patient-reported outcomes and how different strategies impact pain and function. With a push for better clinical practices, she also highlights gaps in existing research and the potential of innovative treatments like shockwave therapy.

Dr. Jason Deck discusses the #5 article of 2023, “Ultrasound-Guided Interventions for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses,” which was originally published in Diagnostics in March 2023. Dr. Jeremy Schroeder serves as the series host. Dr. Deck is a member of the AMSSM Top Articles Subcommittee, and this episode is part of an ongoing mini journal club series highlighting each of the Top Articles in Sports Medicine from 2023, as selected for the 2024 AMSSM Annual Meeting. Ultrasound-Guided Interventions for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4418/13/6/1138

Dr. Jason Deck, an Associate Professor and director of the Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship at the University of Oklahoma, dives into the effectiveness of NSAIDs versus corticosteroid injections for shoulder impingement syndrome. He reviews a significant meta-analysis highlighting treatment outcomes and cost implications. The conversation explores the nuances of the research, the challenges of comparing treatments, and how patient-specific factors like diabetes influence choices. It's a critical discussion for anyone involved in sports medicine!

Dr. Jason Deck discusses the #7 article of 2023, “Beyond Acute Concussion Assessment to Office Management: A Systematic Review Informing the Development of a Sport Concussion Office Assessment Tool (SCOAT6) for Adults and Children,” which was originally published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine in June 2023. Dr. Jeremy Schroeder serves as the series host. Dr. Deck is a member of the AMSSM Top Articles Subcommittee, and this episode is part of an ongoing mini journal club series highlighting each of the Top Articles in Sports Medicine from 2023, as selected for the 2024 AMSSM Annual Meeting. Beyond Acute Concussion Assessment to Office Management: A Systematic Review Informing the Development of a Sport Concussion Office Assessment Tool (SCOAT6) for Adults and Children https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/57/11/737

Discover the debate over corticosteroid injections versus platelet-rich plasma for tennis elbow treatment. Experts dive into a systematic review revealing that while corticosteroids provide quicker relief, PRP shows greater long-term effectiveness. They discuss the variability in PRP formulations and the importance of understanding treatment nuances. Challenges like patient preferences and insurance coverage are also touched upon, highlighting the need for standardized practices. Tune in for insights that enhance clinical discussions!

Dr. Moira Davenport discusses the #9 article of 2023, “Ultrasonography or Radiography for Suspected Pediatric Distal Forearm Fractures,” which was originally published in The New England Journal of Medicine in May 2023. Dr. Jeremy Schroeder serves as the series host. Dr. Davenport is a member of the AMSSM Top Articles Subcommittee, and this episode is part of an ongoing mini journal club series highlighting each of the Top Articles in Sports Medicine from 2023, as selected for the 2024 AMSSM Annual Meeting. Ultrasonography or Radiography for Suspected Pediatric Distal Forearm Fractures https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2213883

Dr. Moira Davenport, a sports and exercise medicine physician, shares insights on a pivotal 2023 article exploring the effectiveness of combining surgery with exercise for shoulder dislocations. She discusses how this combo outperforms exercise alone, enhancing patient recovery and reducing recurrence rates. The conversation delves into treatment modalities, methodological scrutiny, and the importance of tailored rehabilitation strategies. Davenport also emphasizes the need for thorough patient education and informed clinical decisions based on these findings.

Today, we are launching a brand new season of AMSSM's mini journal club series, highlighting the Top Articles in Sports Medicine from 2023, as selected for the 2024 AMSSM Annual Meeting. Dr. Lee Mancini is the Co-Chair of the Top Articles Subcommittee and discusses how these impactful articles were selected with show host Dr. Jeremy Schroeder. This ongoing series will feature a series of episodes, highlighting each article and counting down the top 10 articles from 2023. These episodes will be released each Tuesday in AMSSM's podcast feed, culminating with the No. 1 article.

On this episode of the AMSSM Sports Medcast, host Dr. Jeremy Schroeder, DO, is joined by Dr. Adam Cordum, who delivered one of the Best Overall Case Presentations during the 2024 AMSSM Annual Meeting in Baltimore, MD. In this conversation, Dr. Cordum discusses his award-winning case – A Cold Hand During a Wisconsin Summer – and shares the findings and key takeaways from this unique medical diagnosis. Resources: 2024 AMSSM Case Podium Presentations, published in the Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine

On this episode of the AMSSM Sports Medcast (X: @TheAMSSM), host Dr. Devin McFadden, MD, is joined by Dr. Robert Bowers, DO, PhD (X: @TheDrROBO) and Dr. Jason Zaremski, MD, FAMSSM (X: @DrZSportsDoc) to discuss their research related to overuse throwing injuries, weighted ball throwing programs and more. For further discussion on this topic, check out a recent AMSSM webinar facilitated by Dr. Bowers and Dr. Zaremski on The Throwing Injury Epidemic in Baseball and Softball: What Science, Data and the Experts Say, featuring an international panel of experts. Resources: Pitching Restriction Policies in Adolescent and High-School Baseball Pitchers: Is It Time for an Updated Paradigm? The Throwing Injury Epidemic in Baseball and Softball: What Science, Data and the Experts Say [YouTube] Effect of a 6-Week Weighted Baseball Throwing Program on Pitch Velocity, Pitching Arm Biomechanics, Passive Range of Motion, and Injury Rates Most high school baseball pitchers are using weighted ball throwing programs to increase ball velocity: cross-sectional analysis of US high school pitchers