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  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    Do I Have a Dislocated Shoulder? Signs and Symptoms

    November 18, 2019

    A dislocated shoulder may not sound serious, but it needs a doctor's care. Here are the signs of a dislocated shoulder, and what to do if you've got one. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care

    Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics

    Tagged with: dislocated shoulder, shoulder injury, sports injury

    Learn more about shoulder dislocation and its symptoms.
  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    Are Concussions Common in Volleyball?

    October 5, 2017

    Despite being a non-contact sport, volleyball players are susceptible to concussions. Learn some ways to stay safe during volleyball season from UPMC. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: athlete, Concussion Athlete, concussion prevention, concussion sports, infographic, safety, sports, sports concussion, sports injury, UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program, Volleyball

    Volleyball Match
  • Article - 1 Minute Read

    The Importance of Neck Strength

    September 20, 2017

    Learn why strengthening the neck muscles is part of any concussion rehabilitation plan at the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: concussion, Concussion Athlete, concussion recovery, infographic, neck, neck muscles, neck strength, rehabilitation, sports injury, training

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    Recovery from Partial ACL Tear: Ariana’s Story

    April 5, 2017

    Ariana received treatment for a partial ACL tear at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. Read more about her treatment and recovery. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: acl tear, back to school, orthopaedic surgery, physical therapy, sports injury, sports medicine

    Read Ariana's patient story
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    How One Weightlifter Got Back in the Game

    July 20, 2016

    After a shoulder injury sidelined his training, Mike got back to weightlifting with the help of UPMC Sports Medicine. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: athletics, shoulder injury, sports injury, sports medicine, UPMC Sports Medicine, weightlifting

    Learn more about sports medicine and injury recovery at UPMC
  • Article - 1 Minute Read

    How to Prevent Common Golf Injuries

    June 21, 2016

    These common golf injuries could strike the next time you hit the links. Learn how you can stay healthy--and stay in the game. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: athletics, golf, infographic, injury prevention, sports injury, sports medicine

    Find out more about these common golf injuries
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    How to Use the R.I.C.E Method for Treating Injuries

    August 27, 2014

    Learn why the R.I.C.E. treatment method is a common and effective way to help recover from strains & sprains, and get you back into your everyday activity Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: compression, elevation, ibuprofen, ice, naproxen, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication, recovery, rest, RICE, sports injury, sprains, strains, swelling

    Learn more about the RICE method
  • Article - 1 Minute Read

    Can Past Injuries Help Predict the Weather?

    March 15, 2014

    Many people say their past injuries help them predict the weather. Learn more about common weather related aches and pains and treatment options for them. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: knee, pain, shoulder, Spine and Pain Center, sports injury, weather, ZongFu Chen MD

    man clutching sore shoulder

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