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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Does Compression Clothing Help Athletes?

March 24, 2022

Compression clothing has become popular everyday wear for athletes. But it does have actual benefits in increased performance and injury prevention. Read More

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Kevin’s Story: Tennessee Man Finds Hope for Concussion Recovery in Pittsburgh

March 17, 2022

While enjoying a night out with his soon-to-be wife in October 2019, Kevin Stone, 39, of Georgetown, Tennessee, took a bad fall that left him with a broken ankle and a concussion. Read More

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UPMC Sports Medicine Return to Play: Elbow Injuries

March 11, 2022

Injuries to the elbow are common in sports, typically due to acute trauma, overuse, or improper mechanics. Watch Now

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UPMC Sports Medicine Return to Play After Concussion

March 9, 2022

Concussions are complex injuries, which require careful assessments, diagnosis, and management for proper treatment and eventual return to sport. Experts at the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program have spent more than two decades perfecting the diagnosis and management of concussions through active treatment. Watch Now

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The Role of Primary Care Sports Medicine Physicians in Return to Play

March 8, 2022

Athletes require a well-rounded team to help support them both when they're healthy and when they're injured. Watch Now

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Tips to Avoid Cold-Weather Running Injuries

March 7, 2022

Running in the cold carries the risk of sprains, strains, falls, and other injuries. Learn how you can stay healthy while staying active. Read More

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UPMC Sports Medicine Return to Play: ACL Injuries

March 4, 2022

An ACL injury can be a game-changer. These types of injuries often require surgery to get back to a high level of play. The ACL program at UPMC Sports Medicine pairs evidence-based methods with clinical expertise to provide individualized care for athletes of all ages, at all levels of competition. Watch Now

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UPMC Sports Medicine Return to Play: Hip Injuries

March 2, 2022

If you have pain in your hips, whether it's something you were born with, a sports-related condition, or a traumatic injury, UPMC has the experts to help. Watch Now

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A Family Affair: Seeking Care at UPMC Sports Medicine in Erie

March 1, 2022

All five members of the Gibson family are patients of UPMC Sports Medicine in Erie. Learn more about UPMC Sports Medicine. Read More

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