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  Benefits of LGBTQIA+ Team Sports and Group Exercise

  April 15, 2024

  Participating in team sports or other group exercise can improve health while offering a sense of acceptance and belonging. Learn more.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  Sarah’s Story: How the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program Changed the Life of an Oscar-Winning Writer and Director

  February 4, 2024

  Learn how Oscar winning screenwriting-director Sarah Polley made a full recovery from crippling concussion symptoms after receiving care at the UPMC.Read More

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  Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

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  Dealing with Pain from Old Sports Injuries

  July 27, 2023

  Acute sports injuries can cause chronic pain later in life. Learn how you can manage the symptoms of chronic pain.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  How Older Adults Can Get Started with Sports

  March 30, 2023

  Which sports have the greatest benefits for older adults? We scan the research and offer tips for getting started.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Senior Health, Sports Medicine

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  So, You Want to Become a Youth Sports Coach?

  March 21, 2023

  Becoming a youth sports coach is a great way to impact kids' lives and improve your overall community. Here's what you should know.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  Can Meditation and Mental Wellness Improve Your Performance in Sports?

  September 22, 2022

  Like physical training, meditation and mental wellness training can be important in sports performance. Learn more.Read More

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  How to Stock a Medicine Cabinet If You’re an Active Sports Family

  June 30, 2022

  If you're an active sports family, it's a good idea to stock up on remedies for common sports injuries, insect bites, and more.Read More

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  How Anxiety Can Affect Sports Performance and How to Combat It

  May 18, 2022

  Sports performance anxiety can impact anywhere between 30 percent to 60 percent of athletes. Learn how to combat it.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine, UPMC Western Behavioral Health

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

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  Quiz: How Well Do You Know UPMC Sports Medicine

  March 25, 2022

  UPMC Sports Medicine treats every athlete! No matter your age, athletic ability, or experience level, we are here to help you perform your best and to pick you up when you fall down.Start Quiz

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