Sports Hernias News & Information
Mar 09, 2010
The two halves of the pelvic bone join anteriorly at the symphysis pubis. A sports hernia is thought to be the result of poorly coordinated contraction of the abdominal oblique muscles and the adductor muscles. |
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Aug 26, 2008
Time and rest were supposed to heal the groin injury that troubled Evgeni Nabokov last season, but time and rest weren't getting the job done. So in late July, the Sharks goalie approached trainer Ray Tufts. Maybe somebody should take a second look. |
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Aug 14, 2008
The groin injury that is called a “Sports Hernia” by many physicians is a real problem for athletes. But unfortunately, very few surgeons (especially in the US) understand the problem. |
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Jul 24, 2008
Millions of people discover that they have hernia each year only in the USA, because it's a common disease that can affect anyone at any age. Hernia is not a severe illness, but if it is not treated it can lead to serious complications and pain. |
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Jul 24, 2008
Those who practice physically demanding sports such as soccer, rugby or even tennis, are at a very high risk of developing sports hernia. Sports hernia, or Gilmore's groin as some call it, is a very common type of hernia that affects the lower abdominal wall and can be encountered at those who practice sports. |
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Dr. William H. Brown, III
Sports Hernia Specialist
Dr. Brown has been performing sports hernia surgeries and providing specialized rehabilitation programs since 1999.
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His clients include the San Jose Sharks, San Jose Sabercats and the San Jose Earthquakes sports teams.
Our locations:
556 Mowry Ave,
Suite 100
Fremont, CA 94536
Phone: (510) 793 2404
Fax: (510) 793 1320
1011 Cass Street, Suite 115
Monterey, CA 93940
Phone: 831-915-3065
Phone: 415-756-5161
Fax: 510-793-1320
151 Forest Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94301
Phone: 650-565-8683
Fax: 650-565-8684
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