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What Is UPMC’s Return to Sports Playbook?
As youth, high school, and college sports teams begin preparing to return to play, UPMC has developed guidelines to keep people safe from COVID-19. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Louie’s Story: Sports Nutrition Helps Former Defensive Lineman on Weight Loss Journey
Sports nutrition helped a former collegiate defensive lineman manage his weight after years of bulking up for football. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Physical Therapy for Young Athletes After Injury
An estimated 60 million children and young adults in the U.S. play at least one sport, according to the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). While the benefits of being active tend to outweigh the risks, physical activity still presents opportunities for sports-related injuries. In the event of an accident, physical therapy for young athletes can… Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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What You Should Know About Custom Orthotics
Custom orthotics, which are highly customized shoe or heel inserts that are fabricated just for your feet, are an integral part of training for runners and all kinds of athletes. Learn more from the experts at UPMC. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Georgia Marathon Runner Travels for Sports Performance Training: Julie’s Story
Julie, a 54-year-old marathon runner, is an elite member of the Atlanta Track Club Masters Team, completing her marathons in the low threes—that’s just over three hours. After recovering from a hamstring injury that she ran on for about two years, her marathon times were suffering, and Julie was ready to get her times to where they had been prior to injury. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Italy-Bound Goalkeeper Trains with Sports Performance: Niko’s Story
After playing at a community college Division I level for two years, Niko transferred to Point Park University (PPU) to finish out his college career. As PPU’s team physician and athletic trainers (ATs) are provided by UPMC Sports Medicine, Niko was able to receive medical advice and referrals from them to treat his injuries and help improve his mobility and performance. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Competitive Weightlifter Trains With Sports Performance: Brandi’s Story
While Brandi was discovering weightlifting, she also was beginning her journey at UPMC Sports Medicine. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Virtual Fitness: What You Should Know Part 2
Learn about virtual fitness from the experts at UPMC Sports Medicine. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Virtual Fitness: What You Should Know Part 1
Virtual fitness describes exercise programs that are offered online and can be done at home, allowing exercisers to follow along via their electronic devices. If you are used to fitness classes and other group exercise, some virtual programs offer an online community where you can interact and burn calories with your peers. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
