Search Results for: athlete
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Should Youth Athletes Wear Facemasks During COVID-19?
Parents wonder if their young athletes still must wear face masks during sports this spring and summer. UPMC and the AAP agree that the answer is YES.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Athlete Heart Rate: When Is It Too High?
Monitoring your heart rate helps you know how hard you're exercising. Learn how to calculate your resting heart rate and maximum heart rate.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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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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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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Pediatric Sports Injury: What to Watch for in Young Athletes
Fall school sports are in full swing. Learn how to respond if your child sustains a pediatric sports injury.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Intense Athletic Training Can Increase Risk of Female Athlete Triad in Teens
Intense training can sometimes cause teen girls to develop a medical problem called female athlete triad. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Sports Medicine, Women's Health
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What Is Little League Elbow? Treating Overuse Injuries in Young Athletes
Learn about the key indicators and treatment options for "Little League elbow" from Volker Musahl, MD, medical director of UPMC Rooney Sports Complex.Watch Now
Categorized as: Pediatrics, Sports Medicine
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Sports Med Academy: Young Athlete Program
Learn about common youth sports injuries and ways to prevent them from UPMC Sports Medicine Academy on UPMC HealthBeat.Learn More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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The Dancer Athlete: The Field of Dance Medicine and Science
The goal of dance medicine is to keep dancers of all ages and skill sets injury free. Learn more about this emerging area of sports medicine.Learn More
Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine