When Chicago Cubs outfielder, Kyle Schwarber chased a ball drilled by Arizona Cardinal’s Sean Segura during the third game of the season, fans cared more about the injury to Schwarber that he suffered colliding with teammate Dexter Fowler than the inside-the-park homerun that resulted. In the outfield collision, Schwarber tore his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) […]

With basketball season upon us, I think it would be helpful to post an article that appeared in my foundation’s newsletter, Active Bones, about preventing calf muscle and Achilles tendon strains. Of course, you do not have to be a basketball player to develop these conditions. If you, or someone you know, are dealing with […]

In 2007, I founded the Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Teaching and Researching Foundation (OTRF) to help individuals stay active and healthy. To support that mission, ORTF produces Active Bones, an e-newsletter packed with information on injury prevention, nutrition, sports conditioning, research and current events. The fall issue was just emailed to subscribers. If you […]

Marathon training takes months to get into shape to run or even walk the 26.2 mile course. However, little attention is given to what a marathon participant should do after the race to help speed recovery, minimize discomfort and prevent an injury. For those who competed in the marathon, and even those who participate in […]

Watching Usain Bolt run during the 2016 Rio Olympics was amazing. He made each gold medal victory look so easy considering just a few months earlier he withdrew from the Jamaican qualifying trials because of a grade 1 hamstring tear. Recovering in time to participate in the Olympics would not be easy, or even guaranteed […]

In his more than 14 years of treating orthopaedic injuries, Dr. Steven Chudik has seen a lot of injuries that were the direct result of a fad or sports craze–like those that occurred from riders falling off their Hoverboards. Dr. Chudik was recently interviewed by Johnna Kelly, coordinator of public affairs and marketing at Advocate Good […]

Dr. Steven Chudik, board-certified orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist in arthroscopic surgery was interviewed by Maggie Crouch for the following article that recently appeared in Advocate Health Care e-News. Many questions can arise after orthopedic surgery: When will I start feeling like myself again? How soon can I return to normal activities? And perhaps […]

Dr. Steven Chudik, board-certified orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist in arthroscopic surgery was interviewed for a story on hoverboard safety and injuries that appeared Tuesday, January 19 on the front page of the Chicago Tribune.  A link to the online version follows, as well as a pasted print version. Read the original story here.   […]

The Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Teaching and Research Foundation (OTRF), a nonprofit 501 (C)(3) organization, has a new and improved website. Founded in 2007 by Dr. Steven Chudik, a board certified orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist, OTRF funds research and education to keep people active and healthy. The new, mobile-compatible, website provides information […]

Click this link http://www.ahchealthenews.com/2015/11/25/safety-tips-for-turkey-bowl-football-fun/ to read today’s Advocate Heath E-News article about preventing injuries during tomorrow’s neighborhood Turkey Bowls. Dr. Steven Chudik, a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine physician, provided the background information on Turkey Bowl injuries and quotes for the article. Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving from Dr. Chudik and his staff at […]

In the Chicago Bears’ loss to Seattle a few weeks ago, they also lost their veteran defensive tackle, Will Sutton near the end of the first half with what the team describes as a biceps injury to his left arm. The long head of biceps muscle runs across your shoulder and elbow along the front […]

While most people have heard of them, I know many, if not all, probably never imagined a diagnosis of shin splints would sideline Chicago Bears rookie wide receiver, Kevin White, for the 2015 season. White, who had been previously diagnosed with shin splints, underwent surgery to repair at least one stress fracture in his tibia. […]

Top ranked golfer, Rory McIlroy, completely ruptured the ATFL (the anterior talofibular ligament) in his left ankle while playing soccer with his friends. McIlroy was unable to defend his title at the British Open. It was the first time in 61 years that the defending champion did not play. McIlroy’s injury would be considered a […]

It is not the Academy Awards, but being selected by peers to present research at professional medical meetings and conferences, or have your research published, is as close as it gets for physicians. Like the Oscar, getting one selection a year is outstanding, but to receive six—as in the case of Dr. Steven Chudik this […]

When Kevin Love joined Kyrie Irving and LeBron James, the bar was set high for the Cavaliers with the NBA’s newest “Big 3.” The Cavs struggled early last season, as expected, but got better with each game. They blew through the playoffs and got to the finals where they lost to the Warriors. It was […]

The Chicago Cubs had a major scare when, on July 8th against the Cardinals, pitcher Jason Hammel exited the game early. Hammel said he felt sharp pain in the back of his thigh, creating concern for a hamstring strain. Hammel had an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) and, fortunately, for Jason and the Cubs, it didn’t […]

Last season, Kobe Bryant watched his Lakers miss the playoffs for a second year in a row because of his third consecutive season-ending injury. He was throwing down a two handed dunk against the New Orleans Pelicans when he tore his right shoulder rotator cuff. He tried to continue playing, heavily favoring his left hand, […]

As midseason approaches for major league baseball, Chicago White Sox pitcher Nate Jones is trying to get back into the rotation. Jones had Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) elbow reconstruction or “Tommy John surgery” in July of 2014 and is rehabilitating his throwing arm. He recently threw a simulated game, and the Sox are hoping he […]

When temperatures drop and snowflakes fall, many runners leave behind the roads, trails and tracks for the treadmill, elliptical and other indoor workout activities. However, for those who do not want to give up running outdoors, being properly prepared can make a cold weather run both safe and enjoyable. Runners need to make sure they […]

How do you know when you are ready to play after an ACL injury? Following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery, I have my athletes complete a specific return-to-play program consisting of a number of quantitative and qualitative physical challenges. These challenges let me know when the injured knee is ready and that we corrected the […]