Sports Medicine Articles and Information

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Sidelined By Concussion: Rethinking The Restful Approach To Recovery

December 27, 2019

While rest and refraining from activities may be part of the equation, we know that the best form of recovery is active treatment. Read More

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Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: brain injury, concussion, concussion 101, concussion management, depression, mood, neuromythology, patience, rest, sleep
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Pediatric Sports Injury: What to Watch for in Young Athletes

December 16, 2019

Fall school sports are in full swing. Learn how to respond if your child sustains a pediatric sports injury. Read More

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Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: orthopedics, sports injuries, sports medicine, youth sports
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Treating a Sports-Related Pediatric Injury

December 10, 2019

It's September, which means it's time to go back to school and back to sports! Here's how to recognize and treat a sports-related pediatric injury. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: back to school, Growth plate injury, pediatric injury, sports medicine
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Running Tips for Beginners: How Newbies Can Get Started

November 14, 2019

Looking to start a running routine? Check out our running tips for beginners so you can get all the benefits of running without risking injury. Watch Now

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: beginners, exercise, running safety, sports medicine
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How a Professional Athlete’s Achilles Tendon Injury Led to UPMC: Tanith’s Story

October 18, 2019

Learn about Tanith's journey to the UPMC Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and UPMC Sports Medicine. Read More

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Categorized as: Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine
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Continuing to Fight: Lindsey and Ryan Talk Recovery and Letting Go

October 3, 2019

Ryan Shazier and Lindsey Buczkowski suffered severe injuries on the field. The Pittsburgh Steeler and soccer standout talk recovery here. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care
Categorized as: Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: back to school
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Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms: Injury No Match for Soccer Player’s Spirit

October 3, 2019

Lindsey Buczkowski was making a regular move when something irregular happened: Her foot didn’t move with her. She went down with a Lisfranc injury. Learn more about Lindsey’s story in the second episode of Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms, Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms Season 1
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Common Soccer Injuries: The Top Conditions to Know

October 2, 2019

Learn more about common soccer injuries, including sprains, strains, and fractures, to protect yourself from injury on the field. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care
Categorized as: Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine
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‘Stronger Than I Was Before:’ Erin’s Comeback After ACL, MCL, and Meniscus Injury

October 1, 2019

Despite the setback of her knee injury, Dr. Vyas was confident that Erin would be back on the soccer field to play during her junior year. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care
Categorized as: Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: back to school