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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

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Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics

Tagged with: dislocated shoulder, shoulder injury, sports injury

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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 Learn More

Categorized as: Sports Medicine

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

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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