The Basketball Doctors Podcast

Have you sprained your ankle? In this episode we talk with Dr. Martina Randall board certified fellowship trained surgeon who specializes in the foot and ankle in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Randall, is a former college basketball athlete who brings a different perspective as she talks about management from her orthopedic doctor perspective but also as an athlete. We go over why someone should see an x ray following an ankle sprain. We also go over some of the issues that are not as common with ankle sprains such as peroneal tendon subluxation following an ankle sprains. Another key topic we discuss is when surgery is recommended following ankle sprains. Let us know if you have any more questions regarding ankle sprains and what topics you would like for us to cover.  You can find Dr. Randall through her instagram @doctorrandall or contact her through her practice at https://www.elitefeetla.com. 

Do you have painful bump underneath your kneecap?  Do you have pain running, jumping or going downstairs? In this episode Marco discusses with Jason Goumas all things about Osgood Schlatters. We talk about some of the signs and symptoms and the actual pathology. The biggest misconception of Osgood Schlatters that the pain will go away on its own or that it will stop as you stop growing. There are big things that you can start doing right away for example stretching the quadricep muscles specifically the rectus femoris. Another big thing that is huge is getting the glutes working and helping out with the movements.   Jason Goumas, PT, CSAS New Direction Wellness and PT, LLC - Better Health Through Simplicity 859-437-0031 www.newdirectionwpt.com

In this episode Marco talks with Dr. Cherene Toscano regarding chiropractic care in basketball as well as preventable injuries. One of the biggest things we talk about is the frequency of these basketball injuries and how they can be preventable. We go over key things in which we look for as signs and symptoms prior to one of these injuries occurring. For all basketball players, this is a must listen.  Dr. Cherene is a professional sports and entertainment chiropractor who focuses on biomechanics, biohacking, and deep fascial bodywork along with adjustments. The biohacking Bodyworker ℠, or simply “The Doc” currently plays in the Venice Ball League, is the team chiro for The Oxnard Orcas ABA team, and host for Metta Sandiford Artest’s XvsX Sports

Have you ever sprained your ankle during a game and did not know what to do after? In this episode, we discuss with Marco Nunez former Los Angeles Lakers athletic trainer on his experience as an athletic trainer. Marco also discusses what is optimal to recover from a sprained ankle from the moment you sprain it to the time you play basketball the next time. Marco also discusses a company that he is working with to help reduce the risk for injury.  You can contact Marco Nunez via E-mail to performanceat@outlook.com or follow his Instagram: marcoanunez17

In this episode Marco discusses with Jermey Golden Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for University of Virginia's Women Basketball Team regarding strength training for the female athlete.  Jermey discusses how he first assess the female athlete and programs specific to their needs. We discuss how strengthening for the female athlete is crucial to mitigate risk for injury. He also mentions why we should keep on moving and stay active during the offseason.  Thank you for listening. Please rate and subscribe us. Share with your friends and family.  Follow us on TikTok/Instagram @basketballdocs, visit us at www.thebasketballdoctors.com and email us at thebasketballdoctors@gmail.com

Want to know what to expect as a student athlete? In this episode we talk about student athletic experiences an dhow to optimize that experience to get the best out of it. Bobby goes into what he expects from his players and what culture he instills. Bobby has a unique background as a strength coach also being a basketball coach and basketball player.  email:  fisk@njit.edu Website - https://www.njithighlanders.com/sports/2014/9/29/strength_home.aspx IG @njitstrength & bfisk4 youtube - njitstrength

Did you ever jam your finger? Have you had a wrist or hand injury? In this episode Marco discusses with Dr. Amar Patel all things wrist and finger injuries. We go over what exactly is a jammed finger, also if you should keep playing on a jammed finger. We also go into detail why Steph Curry took so long to recover from his injury. If you ever had a hand/wrist injury or want to learn more about these injuries, this is the episode for you. You can contact Dr. Amar at amarapatelmd@gmail.com or follow him on IG: @amarapatelmd Follow us on Instagram/TikTok @basketballdocs, visit us at www.thebasketballdoctors.com or send us an email at thebasketballdoctors@gmail.com

How are you preparing for basketball this offseason? Are you playing NBA 2k or are you training at home? In this episode Marco discusses with Paul Easton on what athletes should be doing at home. During this time that gyms are closed athletes can still find way to work on their overall basketball game. We discuss different ways to work on your handles through self home drills. Paul also explains his tips on how to study film to improve your game. Paul also hosts free at home basketball skills training session.  You can contact Paul through email: PEdrillsandskills@gmail.com or follow him on instagram @drillsandskillsbball. If you want to learn more visit us at www.thebasketballdoctors.com, follow us on IG/TIkTok @basketballdocs or email us at thebasketballdoctors@gmail.com

Have you ever had a really good workout in the gym by yourself or with your teammates? Where you felt super energized, competitive yet collaboration, and felt a sense of community? How about days where you really struggled to get into the gym or lacked motivation, and wondered to yourself what to do? Today's episode, Gabe and Chase conversation is centered around cultivating that positive feeling in a gym and during training sessions. We get into recommendations and tips for athletes, coaches and trainers on setting yourself up for success by finding out your true values, sticking to them, and having it show with everything you do. Finally, we briefly discuss a few bodyweight plyometric exercises you can perform that can improve your athleticism right away. You can find Chase on his IG @chasecameronperformance, email coachchasen@gmail.com, and youtube (search "Chase Cameron").

In this episode The Basketball Doctors discuss the big question of what to do after an ACL tear. Gabe discusses the research behind being a coper and a non coper. A coper is someone who doesn't have an ACL but functions perfectly without it. A Non-Coper is someone who tears it and has immediate swelling and is significantly limited in function. Marco discusses why ACL Prehab meaning rehab prior to having surgery is very important and plays a HUGE role in the recovery after surgery. We also discuss our upcoming podcast for the week.  Thank you again for listening and following us! We hope you learned something from our discussion today and use this knowledge to get a leg up over the competition. We love to continue bringing information regarding all things basketball to a mass audience so please rate us, subscribe, comment and tell your friends. Let's Ball For Life! Follow us on instagram/TikTok @basketballdocs, visit us at www.thebasketballdocotors.com or email us at thebasketballdoctors@gmail.com

Justin Landry joined Georgia State Men’s Basketball as the Basketball Performance Coach in April 2019 after three years at UC Davis. Prior to UC Davis, Justin had stops at Troy University, University of Texas, Tennessee State University, Baylor University, Diablo Valley College and several high school basketball programs. Justin received his bachelor’s of science degree from Cal State East Bay in June 2012 before earning a Masters of Education in Sports Science from Tennessee State in 2014. He is NSCA-CSCS certified and has also received certifications in functional movement screen, reflexive performance reset and fascial soft tissue transformation. He is passionate about elevating the games of players by giving them a platform to get stronger, explosive, and move better. Jlandry@gsu.edu Ig: 3dstrong Twitter: coachlandry3

Have you had days where you've woken up feeling tired, fatigued, or lacked the energy to start your day?  Have you thought about how good or bad your sleep hygiene actually is?  How about identifying your daily habits in the morning and throughout the day, and how those subtle things can affect your sleep several hours away? In this episode, Gabe discusses with Dr. Jay Khorsandi on the topics of sleep hygiene, circadian rhythm, and discovering if you're an early bird, night owl or something in between. He gives us some tips on ways to optimize your sleep by addressing daily routines, night environment, and general diet. We also dive into what sleep apnea and snoring are, and ways to deal with it Dr. Jay Khorsandi has been in the healthcare industry for almost 20 years, he is a member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, The California Sleep Society and many more organizations focused on sleep advocacy. Along his journey he developed a fascination with sleep which has led him down the path of treating patients for snoring and sleep apnea using the most modern and innovative technologies. You can find him @sleepbiohacker on Instagram if you want to learn more about his daily sleep tips and wellness discoveries. You can listen to his podcast, “Best Night Ever!”, that is dedicated to helping people get their best sleep by focusing on the latest research, science, innovators and technology available for human optimization. Follow us on Instagram/TikTok @basketballdocs, visit us at www.thebasketballdoctors.com and email us at thebasketballdoctors@gmail.com

In this episode Marco and Gabe discuss why thoracic spine mobility is important for basketball players. We discuss how thoracic mobility will help improve the way you move on the court, decrease stress on the joints above and below as well as help you reach higher. We also discuss our go to exercises to improve thoracic spine mobility and neuromuscular control.  Visit us at www.thebasketballdoctors.com, follow us on IG/TikTok @basketballdocs or email us thebasketballdoctors@gmail.com

Do you feel tired or sluggish during basketball games? Do you know when to eat and what to eat during and after a basketball game? In this episode Marco discusses with Briana Butler RD about all tings nutrition in basketball. We talk about what basketball players should be eating prior and after basketball games. We also go over why you should really focus in the foot you eat. Your body is a car and the gas you put in is the food you eat.  Briana Butler is a registered dietitian nutritionist, co-owner of Power Portions Meal Preparation and former professional athlete serving the Houston area. Briana holds a bachelor’s degree in Human Performance from the University of Southern California and a masters’ degree in Clinical Nutrition from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. You can find Briana and Power Portions on IG@ Power_Portions or visit at www.gopowerportions.com Follow us on Instagram/TikTok @basketballdocs, visit us at www.thebasketballdoctors.com and email us at thebasketballdoctors@gmail.com

Episode ft. Ernie De Los Angeles MS, ATC, CSCS - Head S&C Coach with the King’s G-League. In this episode, Gabe discusses with Ernie his journey to becoming the head S&C Coach for the Stockton Kings. We provide recommendation for coaches/trainers who want to get into the industry. Additionally, we break down what a typical day looks like, and how he manages his athletes, resources, and time to make the most out his situation. You can connect with Ernie via Instagram (@e_delos) You can find us on Instagram/Facebook/TikTok @basketballdocs, visit us at http://www.thebasketballdoctors.com, or email us thebasketballdoctors@gmail.com

What’s up everyone, trying something a little different with us discussing key basketball related topics, summary of previous week’s podcast episodes, and glimpse into this week’s podcast episodes. This week is focused around ankle mobility. We dive into common limitations we see in basketball players, how we address it, and how it relates to performance and injuries. You can find additional information on our blog http://www.thebasketballdoctors.com/ankle-mobility-for-basketball-players, posts this week on IG/FB/YouTube @basketballdocs, or email us at mailto:thebasketballdoctors@gmail.com. Thank you again for tuning in! If you enjoyed our conversation please rate, subscribe/follow, and share with your family & friends. Let’s Ball for Life!

Are you currently rehabbing from ACL reconstruction?  Is knee valgus also known as knee coming in good or bad? In this episode Marco discusses with Adam Barrack Biomechanist/strength coach on all things ACL reconstruction from research to rehab. We discuss how you have to selectively use research and see how it relates to the person you are training or rehabbing. Adam talks about what are the mechanisms in which we tear our ACL. We also discuss the major question which is if knee valgus or otherwise known as the knee coming in is bad or good? This is a great episode for any one that works with ACL athletes or basketball players that are concerned with their risk for ACL tears.  You can contact Adam via email: adam@movelabla.com  Website www.movelabla.com IG @adambarrack @movelabla. 

In this episode Marco discusses with Brandon Joyner Head G league Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Cleveland Cavaliers about the squat. We talk about why the squat movement is important for all basketball players. We go into how different body types affect the squat. Brandon also discusses how he programs the squat into his regular strength and conditioning program.  In the end of the podcast Brandon goes into his squat progression. We also attached his squat progression in our instagram and website.  Key Points are making sure the ankle is mobile, maintaining bar path and drive knees into neutral alignment.  Brandon Joyner is the Head G-League Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Cleveland Cavaliers' affiliate, the Canton Charge. Over the past 10 years, Brandon has worked at every level of sport, from youth athletics through the professional ranks. He brings a background as both a Certified Athletic Trainer and a Strength and Conditioning Coach, and also has had considerable success with golf, track and field, and powerlifting; producing athletes on both the LPGA and PGA tours, 6 track and field Olympians, and 2 USAPL Team USA selections. You can follow him on instagram @coachb133.  Please rate and subscribe to us.  You can follow us on Instagram/tiktok @basketballdocs, visit us at www.thebasketballdoctors.com, and email us at thebasketballdoctors@gmail.com.

In this episode Marco discusses with Dr. Nithin Natwa about all things concussions. Dr. Nithin talks about what causes a concussion and how not only football players are at risk but basketball players are at great risk for concussions due to the nature of the game. We also talk about what are the signs and symptoms of a concussion and what are the steps one should take if they have a concussion. This is a great podcast for anyone that has had a concussion or works with athletes dealing with concussions.  You can find Dr. Nithin Natwa MD Instagram @fantasydocs, Apple Podcasts: FantasyDocs.  You can follow us on Instagram/TikTok @basketballdocs, visit us at www.thebasketballdoctors.com, or email us at thebasketballdoctors@gmail.com

Do you know what it feels like to go through the achilles tendon repair process? DO you want to know the physical and mental obstacles the athletes face throughout their recovery?  In this episode Marco interview Stevie Ladesma current Cal Tech Mens Basketball assistant coach regarding his Achilles Tendon Repair recovery. Stevie was a Lakers skill trainer when he tore his achilles tendon when playing basketball. He worked relentlessly with Marco to recover from this injury. Stevie discusses all things that he went through his recovery from learning how to walk again, to going back to cutting. Stevie reflects and gives great advice to anyone that is going through this recovery process.  Please rate and subscribe us.  Follow us on Instagram/TikTok @basketballdocs, visit us at www.thebasketballdoctors.com and email us at thebasketballdoctors@gmail.com