In this episode, we explore the intersection of sports medicine, athlete recovery, and emerging CBD-based topical therapies through a real-world collaboration between Temple University Football and Rx Sports.
During the 2025–2026 football season, Temple University’s athletic training staff, led by Dr. Zachary White (DAT, LAT, ATC, CSCS), piloted the use of Rx Sports Warming and Cooling Topical as part of the program’s recovery and pain management protocols. The goal was to evaluate a non-systemic, topical recovery solution designed to support muscle recovery, reduce soreness, and potentially decrease reliance on traditional pain management methods such as NSAIDs.
In this conversation, we discuss:
• How CBD-based topicals are being evaluated in collegiate athletics
• The science behind topical cannabidiol and localized pain management
• Why formulation matters, including the advantages of wax-based CBD topicals for athletic recovery
• Insights from the Temple University football pilot program
• Real feedback from athletes and sports medicine professionals
• The future of recovery protocols in high-performance sports
The Temple case study showed strong adoption among players, with 90% of athletes becoming repeat users and 80% reporting reduced soreness within 24 hours of application.
We also break down the formulation science behind CBD topicals, including how lipid-rich wax-based formulations may improve dermal contact time, ingredient concentration, and stability in athletic environments, making them particularly suited for sports medicine applications.
Whether you’re an athlete, trainer, sports medicine professional, or wellness enthusiast, this episode provides a data-driven look at how innovative recovery tools are being integrated into modern athletic performance programs.
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