Special Focus
Painful Periods
Few subjects have been the butt of more jokes, but for some young women, menstrual pain is no laughing matter. The good news is that there are several ways you can help these athletes through their cycles.
By Laura Smith

Treating the Athlete
An NBA Knee
Rehabbing a knee injury often requires looking at much more than the knee. This case study examines the rehab protocol for an NBA veteran who suffered pain and limited range of motion six years after his initial surgery.
By Michael A. Clark, Aaron Nelson, Tyler Wallace and Casey Smith

Optimum Performance
The Multi-Sport Challenge
Contrary to popular belief, it's possible to design a safe and effective strength program for multi-sport athletes. The key is to find commonality between the movements and pay attention to timing.
By Vern Gambetta

Management
Tips for Talking
One of the most important skills a professional can have is communication. But it's also one of the most neglected. Here are ways to get better at getting your point across.
By Shelly Wilson

Nutrition Roundup
Amino Acids...Recovery Drinks...Alcohol
T&C presents a summary of recent research studies of nutrition, dietary supplements, and athletic performance.

Above the Call Award
Passion for the Profession
A loss of district funding didn't keep Dave Sherden out of contributing to the field.

Competitive Edge
Poised and Ready
Getting volleyball athletes ready for competition involves focusing on their core, knees, and shoulders.

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