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Choke Physiology

Choke Physiology

Figure 1 Doc Jimenez with a rear naked choke on Doc Haraszti Choke Physiology Written by It was just another morning session at the gym. After warm up there was drilling. After drilling, situational rolling. And then a round robin shark tank with two-minute matches....
Meniscus Tear

Meniscus Tear

Figure 1 A common mechanism of injury to a meniscus. Meniscus Tear Written by Megan Lisset Jimenez, DO If you’re on the mats with little rest, then you’ve likely experienced some form of knee pain. If I had $1 for every time one of my teammates comes up to me before...
Personal Hygiene

Personal Hygiene

The Nightmare Wrestler Personal Hygiene Written by Anthony Walls, MD Imagine walking into a gym. It’s hot, humid, and there’s a smell of mildew and foot permeating the air. There are a handful of people on the mat, one rolling with an old torn dirty gi, another pair...
Mat Hygiene

Mat Hygiene

Mat Hygiene Written by Anthony Walls, MD So far the mat funk series has delved into a couple of the most common skin infections seen in combat sports and with each the recurrent theme has been the importance of prevention. I am frequently asked about best hygiene...