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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What Are Stress Fractures?

May 22, 2014

Stress fractures are some of the most common injuries that occur in athletes. Discover tips to prevent stress fractures. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Sports Medicine
Tagged with: Aaron Mares, common injuries, foot, injuries, injury, leg, MRI, stress fractures

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How to Properly Lift Items

May 16, 2014

Learn more about proper lifting techniques that will help protect your back against pain and injury. These tips will be helpful when lifting any object. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute
Categorized as: Fitness, Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: back injury, back pain, Brian Caricato DPT, how to lift, injury, lifting, lifting techniques, rehabilitation
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The Importance of Sports Physicals

May 10, 2014

Learn about the importance of sports physicals (PPE), the components of an exam, and how they maintain your child's safety through their love of the game. Learn More

Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: abdominal mass, cardiovascular history, concussion, elbow dislocation, femur fracture, fever, general exam, heart conditions, injury, injury history, irregular heart beat, knee instability, medical history, PPE, sports physical, vitals signs
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Marathon Recovery Tips for Race Day

May 3, 2014

These essential marathon recovery tips for after you finish strong after your 26.2. Learn More

Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: Aaron Mares, Dick's Sporting Goods, energy bars, hydration, marathon nutrition, pittsburgh marathon, sports medicine
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Marathon Nutrition Q&A From UPMC’s Google Hangout

May 2, 2014

Nutrition plays a vital role in successful running. Read answers to questions posed during the marathon nutrition hangout hosted by UPMC Sports Medicine. Learn More

Categorized as: Sports Medicine
Tagged with: carbs, digestion, half marathon, hydration, marathon, Nutrition, protein, running
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Concussions: Academic Accommodations for Students

April 30, 2014

Concussions are brain injuries that require the body to rest to heal properly. Learn more about concussions, and academic accommodations for students. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: concussion, concussion myths, headaches, injury, Jonathan French PsyD, sports medicine, UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program
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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