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    A Second Chance at Life: Lauren Dirling’s Story

    June 15, 2017

    Lauren Dirling was a 24-year-old college student when doctors discovered a plum-sized tumor in her brain. Learn more about Lauren Dirling's UPMC story. Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

    Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health

    Tagged with: athletes, brain surgery, Brain tumor, cross training, neurosurgery

    Read Lauren Dirling's UPMC patient story
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    8 Tips to Prevent ACL Injuries

    September 8, 2016

    When the ACL tears, your knee can become unstable and may buckle or give way. Follow these tips to stay healthy from practice to play. Learn More

    Categorized as: Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: ACL, acl exercises, athletes, injury prevention, sports medicine

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    Infographic: Athletic Training By the Numbers

    March 19, 2014

    The athletic trainers at UPMC Center for Sports Medicine support 48 local schools and colleges. Learn how they help on sidelines and in the training room. View Infographic

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: athletes, athletic trainer, athletic training, baseline concussion tests, ImPact, infographic, injury evaluation, injury prevention, sports performance

    Learn more about athletic trainers
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    Preventing Injuries on the Slopes

    January 27, 2014

    Check out UPMC Sports Medicine's tips for preventing skiing injuries this winter by getting your body prepared in advance. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: ACL, ACL Injury Prevention Program, athletes, downhill skiing, endurance, flexibility, knee injuries, National Ski Patrol Responsibility Code

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