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Does Compression Clothing Help Athletes?
Compression clothing has become popular everyday wear for athletes. But it does have actual benefits in increased performance and injury prevention.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Tips to Avoid Cold-Weather Running Injuries
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
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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UPMC Sports Medicine Return to Play: Hip Injuries
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
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Dan’s Story: How Sports Nutrition Helped an Ultramarathoner “Take Off”
During a July 2019 physical, Dan Kendra was shocked to learn he was prediabetic despite being ultramarathon runner.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Hip Flexor Stretches: How Can They Help?
Loosen overworked hip flexors with these 5 stretches to decrease tightness and extend the hip's range of motion.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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How to Heal Shin Splints
If you've ever gone running and felt an intense pain along your shin bone, you may have experienced shin splints.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Can Your Joints Really Predict the Weather?
Can your joints really predict the weather? Are fish oil supplements good for bone health? Albert Lin, MD, Chief of Shoulder Surgery and Associate Chief of Sports Medicine at UPMC weighs in on some old wives tales and lists some simple things you can do to promote joint health.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Warning Signs and Treatment for Arrhythmia
If your heart literally skips a beat, it's anything but romantic. It may be a sign of an arrhythmia—a problem with your heart rate and rhythm.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Seeking Care for Tendonitis
Sports medicine primary care doctors treat all types of tendonitis, from tennis elbow to jumper's knee. Learn more about common problems and treatments.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine