Dr Kolade Kolapo
What Every Athlete — and Everyone Else — Must Know About...
Spine pain, often called back pain, is becoming one of the most common health complaints among athletes and the general public. Health experts warn...
Power Pills And Pressure Spikes: The Secret Heart Risk Every Athlete...
Sports supplements have become as common in Nigerian gym bags as sweat towels — scoops of pre-workout mixes, brightly labelled energy boosters, creatine, protein...
In Good Shape: What Every Nigerian Athlete Must Know About Ankle...
An “ankle strain” (often spoken of alongside ankle sprains) can bench you for days–months depending on severity. Quick recognition, smart acute care, and a...
Knee Injuries On The Rise: What Athletes, Coaches Need To Know
For many athletes, it starts with a sharp twist on the court or a wrong landing on the field. Suddenly, the knee locks, swells,...
Foot Pain In Sports: Essential Guide To Causes, Treatment & Prevention...
Foot pain is a silent performance killer. In the Nigerian sports community, where football, athletics, basketball, and martial arts are passionately pursued, foot-related injuries...
Taiwo Awoniyi’s Hamstring Strain: A Wake-Up Call on Injury Prevention, Treatment,...
In April 2025, Taiwo Awoniyi, one of Nigeria’s brightest football exports, suffered a hamstring strain, a common sports injury that occurs when the muscles...
Inflammatory Prostatitis In Nigerian Athletes: What Every Sportsman Should Know
Inflammatory prostatitis—particularly chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CPPS)—is a lesser-known yet impactful condition affecting male athletes. For Nigerian sportsmen, understanding and addressing this issue is...
Game Changer Or Life Wrecker? The Hidden Dangers Of Hard Substances...
Football is more than just a game—it’s a powerful global phenomenon that unites people, fuels dreams, and inspires greatness. But behind the glamor and...
Common Injuries Among Nigerian Football Players: Causes, Prevention, and Treatment
Nigerian footballers, from grassroots players to professionals, are frequently exposed to injuries due to the physical nature of the sport, often compounded by environmental...
Ola Aina’s Calf Injury: Understanding the Common Setback — Causes, Prevention,...
Calf injuries are a common but frustrating setback for athletes across all levels of sport. Recently, Nottingham Forest and Super Eagles defender Ola Aina...
Understanding Achilles Tendon And Ankle Injuries: A Guide For Nigerian Athletes
Athletes, whether professional or amateur, are prone to various injuries, with Achilles tendon and ankle injuries being among the most common.
For Nigerian athletes, understanding...
From The Pitch To The Fight Against Cancer: What Nigerian Sports...
Every year on February 4th, the world unites to observe World Cancer Day, raising awareness about one of the leading causes of death globally.
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In Good Shape: All You Need To Know About Cartilage Injury...
As an athlete, your joints endure significant stress from high-impact movements, quick direction changes, and repetitive activities. A cartilage injury can be a serious...
In Good Shape: Pre-Event/Competition Meal For Sportspeople, Lessons For Nigerian Athletes
Athletes require optimal nutrition to enhance performance during training and competition. A well-planned pre-event meal is critical for providing the energy, hydration, and mental...
Harmful Habits: How They Are Formed and How to Deal With...
Have you ever wondered how much time and energy we spend on harmful habits? According to recent research, about 44% of people face this...
Hypertension in Sports People: Understanding, Preventing, and Managing High Blood Pressure
Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, is often considered an issue for older adults or inactive individuals.
However, athletes and sportspeople, despite their physical...
The Impact of Sugar On Nigerian Athletes: Balancing Performance And Health...
In the highly competitive world of sports, the importance of nutrition for optimal athletic performance cannot be overstated. One of the most debated topics...
Effective Hydration Strategies For Athletes During Football Games And Other Sport
Proper hydration is crucial for athletes to maintain peak performance and avoid the dangers of dehydration during football games and other sports activities.
Knowing when...
Safeguarding Athletes: Comprehensive Strategies For Malaria Prevention, Management, And Treatment
Malaria is a serious and potentially life-threatening disease caused by parasites, primarily the Plasmodium falciparum species, which are transmitted to humans through the bites...
Sex And Sports: Lessons For Nigerian Athletes
In the realm of sports, the relationship between sexual activity and athletic performance has long been a topic of debate. For Nigerian athletes, understanding...
From Injury To Recovery: Understanding, Preventing, And Treating Common Sports Injuries
Busari had always been an active athlete, participating in various sports courses throughout high school and college. Whether it was soccer, basketball, or running...
In Good Shape: Cholera And Sports, Staying Safe – By Dr...
Understanding Cholera
Cholera is an acute diarrheal illness caused by infection with the bacterium Vibrio cholerae. It spreads through contaminated water and food. Symptoms include...
