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Article - 3 Minute Read
Vision Issues from Concussion: What You Should Know About Ocular Symptoms
Concussions can affect the ocular—or visual—system can create issues with the eyes' ability to work together. Learn more about ocular symptoms from concussion. Read More
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Nutrition Tips for Vegan and Vegetarian Athletes
Designing a winning diet for vegan or vegetarian athletes takes some planning, Make sure you include these foods and supplements to get the nutrients you need. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Football Ankle Sprains: What They Are and How to Treat Them
Whether you’re playing a backyard pickup game or the biggest game of your life, an ankle sprain is a common injury sustained on the football field. With all of the quick pivoting and dodging that football entails, even the most agile players can be at risk for this injury. Learn what to look out for to stay healthy and keep playing your best. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 2 Minute Read
How to Prevent Throwing Injuries
Repeated throwing — like the kind that happens in baseball, softball, or football — puts athletes at risk of overuse injuries. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms: High School Football Star Turns Injury to Inspiration
A football injury left Baldwin High School's Jay Morrison unable to lift his right arm and ended his football career. But he didn't let it stop him. Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Sports Medicine, UPMC Stories
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Do You Need to Do a Workout Cooldown?
The science on workout cool downs is questionable. But there may still be benefits to taking a few minutes at the end of a hard workout to recover. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Want Stronger Bones? Here Are Some Exercises That Could Help
Bones get thinner and can break easier with age. However, doing the right types of exercise can preserve bone density and reduce your risk of osteoporosis. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine
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Article - 8 Minute Read
Returning to College Sports Safely Amid COVID-19
To lower the risk of COVID-19 spread in college sports, a multidisciplinary team of UPMC experts developed the Return to Sports Playbook. The playbook provides guidelines for college sports teams to keep student-athletes, coaches, staff, and others safe from COVID-19. It covers topics like social distancing, sanitation, personal protective equipment, and travel. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Common Fastpitch Softball Pitching Injuries
Injuries among fastpitch softball pitchers are on the rise. Learn about the six most common fastpitch softball pitching injuries. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine