Is staying healthy just luck…or is it something athletes can actually train for?

In honor of National Wellness Month, we're taking a closer look at athlete wellness through a sports performance lens. In this episode, Dr. Ja'nae Brown and Dr. Maile Bay Jacques discuss the habits that help athletes stay healthy, reduce injury risk, and perform at their best throughout the season.

We'll cover:

🏃 Why "the best ability is availability"

💪 The biggest mistakes athletes make before getting injured

😴 How sleep, recovery, and strength training impact performance

⚽ Why youth athletes are getting injured more often

🚨 When to push through—and when it's time to seek help

✅ Practical tips for athletes, parents, and coaches Whether you're an athlete, parent, coach, or healthcare professional, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to help athletes stay on the field and perform at their highest level.

💬 We'd love to hear from you! What's one habit that has helped you stay healthy during your season? Let us know in the comments below. 👍

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Shoulder pain doesn't always mean you've torn your rotator cuff... and it doesn't always mean you need surgery.

💪 In this episode of the Physical Therapy San Pedro Podcast, Dr. Ja'nae Brown is joined by Dr. Maile Bay and Dr. Silverton Nguyen to break down one of the most common injuries affecting athletes.

We cover:

🏋️ What the rotator cuff actually does

⚾ Why overhead athletes are at higher risk

🚩 Signs and symptoms you shouldn't ignore

🩻 What MRI findings really mean (and don't mean)

🏃‍♂️ When surgery is necessary—and when it isn't

💥 How physical therapy helps athletes return to sport stronger than before

Whether you're an athlete, parent, coach, or someone dealing with shoulder pain, this episode will help you better understand your injury and the steps you can take to recover with confidence.

🎙️ Watch the full episode and let us know in the comments: What's the biggest question you've ever had about rotator cuff injuries?

👍 Like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs it! If you're experiencing shoulder pain, don't ignore it. Early intervention can help prevent small issues from becoming bigger problems and get you back to doing what you love.

📍 Need help with an injury? If you're in the San Pedro / Los Angeles area, we'd love to help you at Physical Therapy San Pedro. 📅 Book a session: https://physicaltherapysanpedro.com 📞 (424) 536-3023 📍 415 W 6th Street, San Pedro, CA

🌎 Not local? We offer telehealth sessions and online programs to help you stay on track no matter where you are.

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❤️ Thanks for watching and supporting our channel. — Dr. Brown & The PTSP Team

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Shoulder pain can be frustrating, especially when it starts affecting your workouts, training, and performance. But what exactly is shoulder impingement, and why do so many athletes develop it?

In Episode 68 of the Physical Therapy San Pedro Podcast, we break down one of the most common causes of shoulder pain in athletes and active adults: shoulder impingement.

We discuss:

✅ What shoulder impingement actually is

✅ The anatomy involved, including the rotator cuff and subacromial space

✅ Why athletes who throw, swim, lift weights, play volleyball, tennis, and CrossFit are at higher risk

✅ Common causes such as rotator cuff weakness, poor scapular control, mobility restrictions, and training overload

✅ Symptoms athletes should never ignore

✅ How shoulder impingement is evaluated and diagnosed

✅ Physical therapy treatment strategies and rehabilitation progressions

✅ Return-to-sport considerations and objective testing

✅ Prevention tips to keep your shoulders healthy and performing at their best

Whether you're an athlete, coach, clinician, or someone struggling with shoulder pain, this episode will help you better understand the root causes of shoulder impingement and what it takes to recover safely.

If you're experiencing shoulder pain, don't ignore it. Early intervention can help prevent small issues from becoming bigger problems and get you back to doing what you love.

📍 Need help with an injury? f you're in the San Pedro / Los Angeles area, we'd love to help you at Physical Therapy San Pedro.

📅 Book a session: https://physicaltherapysanpedro.com 📞 (424) 536-3023 📍 415 W 6th Street, San Pedro, CA

🌎 Not local? We offer telehealth sessions and online programs to help you stay on track no matter where you are.

📲 Stay Connected: Instagram / Facebook: @physicaltherapysanpedro YouTube: Physical Therapy San Pedro

🎧 Listen to the Podcast: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & more

❤️ Thanks for watching and supporting our channel. — Dr. Brown & The PTSP Team

#ShoulderImpingement #ShoulderPain #SportsPhysicalTherapy #Podcast