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Steps to Manage Chronic Pain

October 8, 2016

Many people suffer from chronic pain, but several at-home remedies and exercises can help you successfully manage chronic pain yourself. Read More

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Categorized as: Rehabilitation

Tagged with: back pain, chronic pain, home remedies, pain relief, stretching

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Marathon Training 101 – Part 2

March 15, 2015

Learn about 3 phases of marathon training: strength and speed, race preparation, and taper. Find out where you stand in your marathon training schedule. Learn More

Categorized as: Sports Medicine

Tagged with: Dick's Sporting Goods, fartlek run, hydration, marathon, marathon nutrition, pittsburgh marathon, running, sports medicine, stretching

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5 Fit Tips for Returning to Fitness after the Holiday Hiatus

March 14, 2015

The holidays are often a time of indulgence, and it's often challenging to get back on track. Use these simple tips to rebuild your fitness routine. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

Categorized as: Fitness, Nutrition, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: fitness, holiday, nutrition, sprains, strains, stretching

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Let It Snow! 9 Tips for Shoveling Safely

December 26, 2013

Prepare yourself for the snowy months ahead with these useful snow shovel safety tips from UPMC Urgent Care. Read More

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Categorized as: Safety

Tagged with: caffeine, exhaustion, fatigue, good posture, heart attack, heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, jogging, lower back pain, nicotine, Pittsburgh, sedentary lifestyle, shovel, shovel safety, smokers, snow, snowfall, sore muscles, stretch, stretching, walking, winter