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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Marathon Training Q & A

April 22, 2014

There are many different tactics that go into a successful marathon training routine. Learn more about marathon training, race day, and recovery tips. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Sports Medicine
Tagged with: 5k, Aaron Mares, Dick's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, dynamic stretching, faq, half marathon, marathon, Q & A, Ron DeAngelo, sports medicine, Twitter
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Baseball Arm Injuries: Staying Safe on the Playing Field

April 15, 2014

There are many arm injuries hat can result from playing baseball. Learn more about different types of baseball arm injuries and treatment options. Learn More

Categorized as: Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: arm injuries, baseball, baseball injuries, common injuries, Little League, little league elbow, Mark Baratz, medial collateral ligament, osteoporosis, shoulder injuries
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Recovery Time for Sprains and Strains

April 8, 2014

Your recovery time for sprains and strains is determined by many factors. Learn more about the signs of a full sprain or strain recovery. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: injury, pain, painful injuries, physical therapy, sprains, strains, Trevor Delaney
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What Is IT Band Syndrome? (Video)

April 4, 2014

IT band syndrome is the tightening of the band that connects the buttock muscles to the knee. Learn more about IT band syndrome and it's treatment options. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: iliotibial band, IT Band, IT Band Syndrome, overuse injuries, prevention exercises, running injuries, video
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Infographic: Athletic Training By the Numbers

March 19, 2014

The athletic trainers at UPMC Center for Sports Medicine support 48 local schools and colleges. Learn how they help on sidelines and in the training room. View Infographic

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Sports Medicine
Tagged with: athletes, athletic trainer, athletic training, baseline concussion tests, ImPact, infographic, injury evaluation, injury prevention, sports performance
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Can Past Injuries Help Predict the Weather?

March 15, 2014

Many people say their past injuries help them predict the weather. Learn more about common weather related aches and pains and treatment options for them. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: knee, pain, shoulder, Spine and Pain Center, sports injury, weather, ZongFu Chen MD
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Video: Dynamic Warm Up in Marathon Training

March 12, 2014

Are you training to run a marathon? Learn more about the dynamic warm up method and how it can perform marathon performance. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: 5k, dynamic warm up, half marathon, marathon, Ron DeAngelo ATC, UPMC Sports Performance Program, video
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Physical Therapy for Sprains and Strains

March 10, 2014

Sprains and strains are common injuries that may require medical attention. Learn more about the physical therapy process for your sprain or strain. Listen Now

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute
Categorized as: Fitness, Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: injury, pain, physical therapy, RICE, sprain, strain, Trevor Delaney DPT
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Concussion Myths – Part 2

March 7, 2014

Millions of concussions happen every year. Learn more about popular concussion myths, and the actual facts to prevent further damage in the future. Learn More

Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: concussion, concussion management, headache, neurocognitive testing, sports medicine, UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program