Sports Medicine

The more you know about sports-related injuries, the better your chance of avoiding them or recovering from them successfully. Hear from UPMC Sports Medicine experts about the conditions facing athletes and active people, including symptoms and treatment options, as well as tips for nutrition, training, performance, and more.

Here, you’ll find information about:

Avoiding Cold-Weather Running Injuries.
The Role of Primary Care Sports Medicine in Return to Play.
Stretches for Dancers.
Solo Basketball Workouts You Can Do at Home.
Strengthening Exercises to Stabilize the Knees.
Seeking Care for Tendonitis.
Expert Tips for Marathon Recovery.
How to Prevent Throwing Injuries.
Much more.

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Amelia’s Story: Traveling from Australia to Pittsburgh for Concussion Treatment

February 26, 2021

When a concussion made life miserable, Amelia traveled to Pittsburgh from Australia to visit the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program. Read More

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Return to Play After Back-to-Back ACL Injuries: Luke’s Story

February 23, 2021

For some young athletes, an ACL tear might mean the end of competitive play. But Luke was confident he'd come back from his injury because he'd done it before. Read More

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Athlete Heart Rate: When Is It Too High?

February 17, 2021

Monitoring your heart rate helps you know how hard you're exercising. Learn how to calculate your resting heart rate and maximum heart rate. Read More

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Quiz: Do You Know the Types of Concussion?

February 17, 2021

Researchers at the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program have identified six different types of concussions. Get the facts. Start Quiz

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Quiz: Academic Accommodations for Concussed Students

February 12, 2021

Take our UPMC quiz to test your knowledge on academic accommodations for students with concussions and learn more. Start Quiz

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Quiz: How Well Do You Know Concussion Terminology?

February 5, 2021

Concussion is a brain injury that causes a temporary loss of normal function. Think you know key concussion terms? Test your knowledge here. Start Quiz

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A Look Inside the Brain: Energy Crisis During Concussion

February 5, 2021

What happens inside the brain during a concussive injury? Find out how an energy crisis is created inside brain cells during concussion. Read More

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Tendon Repair After Athletic Injury: What to Expect

February 3, 2021

If you've torn a tendon because of an athletic injury or accident, you may need tendon repair surgery. Here's what you can expect. Read More

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Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Concussions?

January 29, 2021

Between 1.7 and 3 million sports- and recreation-related concussions happen each year. Test your knowledge about concussions with this quiz. Start Quiz

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