The Straight Scoop from Dr. Jess

New Cycling Analysis Service at Innersport

March 7, 2013 | by Dr. Jess

I’ve spent a week in Arizona at Cyclologic and FASTER Wind Tunnel learning the science behind cycling analysis.  Gone are the days of just getting a standard bike fit involving plumb bobs and goniometers.  Today, we have more reliable, accurate, and scientific technology to get a cyclist in a more efficient and SUSTAINABLE position.

Combine the recent advancements in technology and our background in sports medicine, we have the unique …

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Another Foot Strike Against Barefoot Running

May 12, 2013 | by Dr. Sandy

 

Another Foot Strike Against Barefoot Running

By: Sandy Baird, DC
vibram pictures from wiki

Picture attribution/credit: Schneelocke/Wikimedia Commons License

Following a recent study published on-line by the journal Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise titled “Foot Bone Marrow Edema after 10-Week Transition to Minimalist Running Shoes”, several headlines raised alarm about the safety of Vibram Fivefingers (VFF) shoes.  “Barefoot Running Can Cause Injuries, Too” stated the New York Times. …

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Ease into Power Yoga

May 7, 2013 | by Dr. Sandy

Ease into Power Yoga

By Sandy Baird, DC

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Picture attribution: lululemon athletica via flikr, wikimedia creative commons license.

Power yoga is an athletic, fast-paced, challenging class that is usually performed in a warm room.  The poses are linked together in a flowing manner, and the practitioner connects his or her breath to the movements in and out of poses, as a way to build-up internal heat.  It was developed in …

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Novel Treatment for Tendonitis

May 6, 2013 | by Dr. Jess

 

KNOWLEDGE IS POWER…

Got Tendonitis?  Want to learn the most up-to-date, current research on tendon pathology, evaluation using ultrasound, and treatment options?

Please join us on May 15th as we welcome Selina Shah, MD to review research on novel treatment for tendonitis.

Even if you are not currently injured, this is a must-attend event to be educated on this very common, repetitive stress injury.

Innersport is honored to host …

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Protected: The Science Behind Choosing the Right Saddle

March 7, 2013 | by Dr. Jess

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Stress Fractures

January 15, 2013 | by Dr. Jess

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Innersport is proud to host our first lecture from our Athlete’s Seminar Series of 2013.   Join us on January 22nd to learn the how’s and why’s of Stress Fractures.

What:    Lecture on Stress Fractures

Where:  Innersport  1250 Addison St. Suite 102, Berkeley, Ca 94702   510-883-1126

When:   January 22,  7-8PM

You will learn:

  • What are stress fractures
  • Why do they occur
  • How to prevent
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Introducing Innersport’s Newest Addition!

December 24, 2012 | by Dr. Sandy

 

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He’s hard-working (at eating), dedicated (to sleeping), and serves others selflessly (with ample opportunities to gaze adoringly at him).

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At only 7 pounds, 2 ounces, he’s the smallest and most cuddly team member at Innersport.  Please join us in welcoming Felix Taylor-Baird to Innersport.  Born Tuesday 12/18/12 to Dr. Sandy Baird and her partner JT Taylor, he is already …

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How sEMG Helped a Cross Country High School Runner

December 14, 2012 | by Dr. Jess

We have learned that looks can be deceiving.  Athletes are great compensators, or cheaters.  They may look like they are performing a perfect movement, but they might be using the wrong muscles at the wrong time which can eventually lead to injury by pushing the muscles tolerance to stress over it’s threshold.   Innersport can now fish out the cheaters.

What is sEMG?

Surface Electromyography (SEMG) is a measurement of …

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Cyber Monday at Innersport and Press Play

November 25, 2012 | by Dr. Jess

Once again, we are offering our Video Analysis Gift Certificates for your loved ones, employees, and clients.

Sports We Videotape

  • Running
  • Cycling
  • Walking
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Throwing/Pitching
  • Sport not listed here?  Ask Dr. Jess at drjess@innersport.com

Benefits of Video Analysis

  • Injury Prevention Through our video analysis the athlete can learn where the weak links exist in their athletic movements.  From this information, the athlete can develop the strength and conditioning specific
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Holistic Nutrition Seminars Start Friday!

October 3, 2012 | by Dr. Sandy

4 Seminars on Holistic Nutrition

Topics Include:

  • Eating 4 Health
  • Lean Proteins & Good Fats
  • Colorful Complex Carbohydrates
  • How to Gain Energy and Lose Weight

 

Dates and Times:

Fridays at 2:30pm

October 5th & 19th

November 2nd & 16th

*Please try to attend all 4 seminars

**There are currently 1-2 spaces available for 6 free one-on-one nutrition consultant sessions with the speaker as part of the internship. Sessions can …

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