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How to Make Exercise Engaging and Fun
These fun exercise ideas will help you make sure your children get the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity a day.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Exercise and Osteoporosis: Staying Healthy and Strengthening Your Bones
If you have osteoporosis, you may believe that physical activity can lead to fractures. But regular exercise is a key part of maintaining your health.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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Stretches for Dancers: Why It Matters
Flexibility is a key component to great dancing. Find out what dancers need to know about stretching to increase their performance.Read More
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Regaining an Active Lifestyle Thanks to Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement Surgery
After years of pain and decreasing activity, Shelly Cameron decided to go ahead with knee replacement surgery on both knees at UPMC. Her only regret: Not doing it sooner.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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How Exercise Helps With Anxiety
Experts agree: Working out is good for our bodies. But is it just as good for our mental health? Here's what we know about exercise and anxiety.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
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Kay’s Story: Retired Physical Therapist is Ready to Dance Again
When the COVID-19 pandemic meant Kay could no longer work face-to-face with her physical therapy patients, she knew it was time to retire. At 70 years old, Kay is as active as they come. A former pediatric physical therapist (her patients ranged from infancy to age 3), she's has been practicing Scottish country dancing for 25 years.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, UPMC Stories
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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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Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms Podcast: Staying Strong Through Several Setbacks
Joe couldn’t swallow his steak one Fourth of July. A diagnosis of stage IV esophageal cancer came the next day. Learn more about his story.Watch Now
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Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms Podcast: Dropping the Beat on Sickle Cell Disease
Follow along as former NFL linebacker Ryan Shazier talks with Julian about his journey with overcoming sickle cell disease.Watch Now
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