You practice hard. You play even harder. With any sport comes the chance of injury. Whether you’re a weekend runner or a competitive football player, you should be familiar with common sport injuries and how to prevent them.
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Learn about strengthening your knee to prevent future injury - Find out everything you need to know about ACL tears, from symptoms to surgery to recovery
- Get information on the seven most common sports injuries
- View some exercises that help condition your lower body
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Build Strength and Stability to Prevent Knee Injuries
Whether you’re a serious athlete or wanting to play pick-up games on the weekend, it’s important to strengthen your knee to prevent an ACL injury. This usually involves a combination of plyometric, balance, and strength and stability exercises to improve nerve and muscle control in the knee. Read more to discover common exercises you can incorporate into your training regimen.Learn More
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ACL Tear Symptoms and Treatment Options
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries and tears often happen in high-risk sports such as soccer, basketball, football, and skiing. This type of knee injury is painful and often requires surgery to repair the damage to the ACL. If you injure your ACL, you’ll know it. Read more to discover the symptoms you may experience if you damage your ACL.Learn More
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What Is ACL Reconstruction Surgery?
Most ACL tears and injuries require reconstruction surgery. The tear will not heal on its own, and, in the majority of cases, it cannot be stitched back together. Read more to discover how the surgery is performed and the risks involved in the process so you are able to work with your doctor to create a recovery plan.Learn More
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ACL Surgery Recovery: What to Expect Before and After Reconstruction
Although you can go home on the same day as surgery, recovering from ACL surgery is not a quick process. From the time you first undergo surgery through full rehabilitation, the process can take up to six months or more. For the best possible ACL recovery, you should always follow your doctor’s instructions program to strengthen the muscles around the knee and to regain range of motion.. Read more to discover what will happen after ACL surgery.Learn More
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Infographic: Common Sports Injuries
Whether you play sports professionally, on a team in school, or just for fun after work, it is important to be aware of the potential injuries that can occur. From ankle sprains, to shin splints, to ACL tears, all are possible for someone constantly active. Use our infographic to educate yourself on the symptoms, treatments, and prevention.Learn More
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How to Use the RICE Method for Treating Injuries
If you injure your ankle, knee, or joint during a sporting event or workout, there is typically a period of inflammation that occurs afterwards. The R.I.C.E. method may be used to reduce swelling, relieve pain, and promote flexibility and healing. This method can help you recover, and get you back to everyday activity. Read more to discover how to properly implement the R.I.C.E. method.Learn More
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Tip Sheet: Concussion Signs and Symptoms Evaluation
Nearly 3 million sports and recreation-related concussions occur every year. They can happen in various sports and activities and can be very dangerous if not dealt with and treated in the correct manner. By understanding the specific signs and symptoms of a concussion, players, coaches and medical staff can be properly prepared for any serious injury that may occur on the field.Learn More
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Common Injuries in Baseball
Youth sports have become progressively more competitive. What was once a weekly game of baseball or softball is now up to multiple games a week, or even multiple games per day. And with increased play time comes the potential for overuse injuries. Read more to discover which injuries are most common among baseball players and what you can do to treat them.Learn More
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What Are Stress Fractures?
Stress fractures are some of the most common injuries that occur in athletes. These overuse injuries, which are small cracks in the bone, occur primarily in the lower leg and foot and are typically caused by repetitive use or a rapid increase in one’s amount of activity. Read more to discover the causes, diagnosis, and prevention methods used to handle stress fractures.Learn More
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Baseball Arm Injuries: Staying Safe on the Playing Field
With the return to baseball season comes an increase in arm, elbow and shoulder injuries. While most of these ailments are simple sprains that will resolve with rest or strengthening, some can be more disabling. Among these injuries are osteochondritis dissicans and Little League Elbow, which are often seen in young players. Read more to discover the symptoms and what you can do to treat the pain.Learn More
