Insightful Discussion on Right Abdominal Pain and Centrally Derived Ankle Pain: WIR 19
Week in Review Podcast Episode 19: Abdominal Pain in a Long-Drive Golfer & Ankle Pain in a Youth Soccer Player
After a brief hiatus, The Week in Review Podcast is back with fresh cases, new perspectives, and exciting voices joining the team. In Episode 19, host Dr. Beau Beard welcomes Dr. Alex Coleman, our newest clinician at The FARM: Functional Athletic Rehabilitation and Movement, along with resident Seth Graham. Together, they dive into two unique and challenging cases that highlight the importance of careful assessment and integrated treatment strategies.
Case 1: Right Abdominal Pain in a Long-Drive Competitor
The first case features a long-drive golf athlete experiencing insidious onset right abdominal pain. Unlike acute injuries that stem from a clear event, insidious pain often develops slowly, making it more difficult to diagnose. In rotational sports such as golf, repeated torque through the trunk and hips can stress the abdominal wall, obliques, and even underlying visceral structures.
The team discusses differential diagnoses, including muscular strain, rib dysfunction, and stress reactions, while also considering how movement patterns and load management may play a role. This case underscores the value of a movement-first, whole-body approach, ensuring athletes not only recover but return to competition with improved mechanics.
Case 2: Complex Ankle Pain in a Youth Soccer Player
The second case focuses on a young soccer athlete presenting with persistent ankle pain. For growing athletes, ankle injuries can be complex—ranging from ligament sprains and growth plate involvement to biomechanical overload from training volume. The clinicians explore how hip, knee, and core stability influence ankle function and why a thorough evaluation beyond the local joint is critical.
This case illustrates the importance of integrating chiropractic care, rehabilitation, and functional movement assessments to help youth athletes return safely to sport while building resilience for the future.
Why This Episode Matters
For patients and parents in Chelsea, AL, and the greater Birmingham area, Episode 19 highlights the depth of care available at The FARM. From high-level competitors to developing youth athletes, our team prioritizes identifying the root cause of pain, optimizing performance, and preventing re-injury.
If you’re struggling with abdominal pain, ankle issues, or sports-related injuries, our clinicians are here to guide you back to health and help you perform at your best.
