Search Results for: athletics
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Lauren’s Story: Dedicated Alpine Skier Back on the Slopes After ACL Injury
During her freshman year in January 2023, Lauren sustained an unexpected injury. Learn about Lauren's journey to UPMC Sports Medicine.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Why Mental Health Is Important for Athletes
The demands of performing may put athletes, especially student-athletes, at risk of mental health burdens like depression. Find out how to address those issues.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health, Sports Medicine
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Can Meditation and Mental Wellness Improve Your Performance in Sports?
Like physical training, meditation and mental wellness training can be important in sports performance. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Health Disparities Q&A With A.J. Conrad Smith, MD
A.J. Conrad Smith, MD, is an associate professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine where he serves as associate chief of cardiology for diversity, equity, and inclusion. Dr. Smith also is director of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at the UPMC Heart & Vascular Institute. His clinical practice focuses on interventional cardiology with an emphasis on treating complex coronary disease, and transcatheter therapies for valvular heart disease.Read More
Categorized as: Health Equity, Living and Wellness
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Meet Your Local Central PA Sports Medicine Providers
In central Pennsylvania, UPMC has a team of sports medicine providers who work with area schools and colleges. They help athletes regain their strength and agility after a sports-related injury and understand the importance of the recovery process. Below, they answer questions about their role on the sidelines and personal experience in working with young competitors.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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What Is Primary Care Sports Medicine?
Primary care sports medicine doctors see athletes, avid exercisers, and active people, treating injuries and helping with injury prevention.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Football Ankle Sprains: What They Are and How to Treat Them
Whether you’re playing a backyard pickup game or the biggest game of your life, an ankle sprain is a common injury sustained on the football field. With all of the quick pivoting and dodging that football entails, even the most agile players can be at risk for this injury. Learn what to look out for to stay healthy and keep playing your best.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Returning to College Sports Safely Amid COVID-19
To lower the risk of COVID-19 spread in college sports, a multidisciplinary team of UPMC experts developed the Return to Sports Playbook. The playbook provides guidelines for college sports teams to keep student-athletes, coaches, staff, and others safe from COVID-19. It covers topics like social distancing, sanitation, personal protective equipment, and travel.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 6 Minute Read
Returning to High School Sports Safely Amid COVID-19
To help reduce the risk of COVID-19 spread in high school athletics, a multidisciplinary team of experts at UPMC developed a Return to Sports Playbook. The playbook sets guidelines for high schools to bring back sports while keeping athletes, coaches, fans, and other participants safe.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine