Search Results for: injury
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5 Tips and Tricks to Prevent a Walking Injury
Although walking is an effective lifelong workout option, it sometimes results in injury. Use these tips to avoid injury.Read More
Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine
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Prevent Injury With These Fireworks Safety Facts
Celebrate Independence Day the right way by keeping you and your family safe from homemade firework displays.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Safety
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The Benefits of Telestroke Services at UPMC: Q&A with Rameen Shafiei, MD
In this Q&A, Rameen Shafiei, MD, discusses the benefits of UPMC's telestroke consultation system for patients suspected of having a stroke.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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How to Know When You Need Treatment for Flat Feet
Flat feet can damage the tendons as well as joints in the foot, causing significant pain. Find out when to seek treatment and what therapies can help.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Minimally Invasive Shoulder Surgery: What You Need to Know
Arthroscopic surgery, which uses tiny incisions and small instruments, is the latest, least invasive way to repair rotator cuffs and labral tears.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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The Growing Challenge of Workplace Violence Against Nurses: Q&A with UPMC Chief Nursing Officer Maribeth McLaughlin
UPMC Chief Nursing Officer Maribeth McLaughlin discusses the concern of violence against nurses and steps to prevent it from happening.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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What to Know About Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids
Now that over-the-counter hearing aids are available nationwide, millions of Americans experiencing hearing loss are wondering: "Are they right for me?"Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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How a Speech Therapist Works with Aphasia Patients
Someone with aphasia may have trouble speaking, reading, or writing. This occurs when the language centers of the brain have become damaged.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Benefits of Playing Squash and How to Prevent Injuries
Squash is growing in popularity in Pittsburgh. Learn the benefits of this fun, fast-paced sport, as well as its most common injuries and how to prevent them.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine