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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Helmets: Preventing Sports Injuries

March 27, 2015

Learn more about helmets and their role in preventing sports injuries in this infographic from UPMC Sports Medicine. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: baseball, concussion, football, helmet, hockey, nascar, racing, sports
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Marathon Bloggers Discuss Progress in February

March 24, 2015

Our marathon bloggers report on their progress from the month of February in this post about challenges and next steps. Read more about their journeys. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: Dick's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, distance running, marathon running, UPMC Health Plan Pittsburgh Half Marathon
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5 Steps to Prevent Runner’s Knee

March 18, 2015

Runner's knee can be painful—and may be an unwelcome disruption to your exercise routine. There's much you Learn More

Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: exercise, injury prevention, pain, patellofermoral, runner's knee, running
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Marathon Training 101 – Part 2

March 15, 2015

Learn about 3 phases of marathon training: strength and speed, race preparation, and taper. Find out where you stand in your marathon training schedule. Learn More

Categorized as: Sports Medicine
Tagged with: Dick's Sporting Goods, fartlek run, hydration, marathon, marathon nutrition, pittsburgh marathon, running, sports medicine, stretching
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5 Fit Tips for Returning to Fitness after the Holiday Hiatus

March 14, 2015

The holidays are often a time of indulgence, and it's often challenging to get back on track. Use these simple tips to rebuild your fitness routine. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Fitness, Nutrition, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: fitness, holiday, Nutrition, sprains, strains, stretching
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How to Find Marathon Running Shoes

March 12, 2015

The first step of any full or half marathon training should be finding proper support for your feet with great running shoes. Use this guide to find shoes. Learn More

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: runner's gait, shoes; running shoes; marathon; shoe fit
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Maintain Energy with Nutrition this Winter

March 11, 2015

Along with cold temperatures and shorter days, winter often means a lack of energy and motivation for people. Learn how to fuel your body to stay active. Learn More

Categorized as: Sports Medicine
Tagged with: broccoli, chocolate, frozen vegetables, Nutrition, sports nutrition; tips; energy
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Marathon Training Nutrition: Paleo, Vegan, Gluten-Free, and Keto Diets

March 3, 2015

One of the more important aspects of full or half marathon training is proper nutrition. Learn how the food you fuel your body with affects your performance Learn More

Categorized as: Fitness, Nutrition, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: gluten-free diet, Leslie Bonci, marathon, marathon nutrition, paleo diet, soy products, sports medicine, training, vegan, vegan diet, veganism
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Athletic Trainers and Their Role in the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program

March 2, 2015

Learn about athletic trainers and their role at the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program from our experts. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: athletic trainer, baseline testing, Coach Category 2, concussion, ImPact Baseline Testing