On stacking your exercise over the weekend
After watching the Summer Olympics in Paris, some weekend warriors might have the itch to get their athletic juices flowing again.
Aug 16, 2024
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Wounds and Injuries: News and Research on Sprains and Strains
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It's almost impossible to become an Olympic athlete without overtraining—here's why
When people think of Olympic athletes, they're often thinking about winners. But competing for an Olympic medal is an unpredictable pursuit that results in disappointment for most.
Aug 8, 2024
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Presence of carpal tunnel syndrome may indicate a high risk of developing cardiac amyloidosis
Physician-scientists from the University of Alabama at Birmingham Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine led a nationwide study to examine the role of carpal tunnel syndrome in predicting the risk of cardiac amyloidosis.
May 31, 2024
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Tips to prevent injuries while biking
Bicycling is a great way to stay active and enjoy the outdoors. Whether you're a recreational rider or a daily commuter, it's important to protect your hands and wrists. Dr. Sanj Kakar, a Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeon specializing ...
May 25, 2024
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Q&A: Does specializing in one sport do children more harm than good?
If you're preparing to register your child for summer sports camps and fall, team sports, Nirav Pandya, MD, orthopedic surgeon at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals, has some suggestions for how to help your kids avoid common ...
Apr 30, 2024
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Pickleball injuries more frequent, severe than you might think, study says
Findings from a new study by public health researchers at the U of A suggest that people older than 50 might want to consult a doctor before taking up pickleball, the tennis-like sport that has grown in popularity over the ...
Apr 5, 2024
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Youth baseball can lead to overuse injuries: What parents need to know
Baseball season is near, and one orthopedic surgeon is warning young players and their coaches and parents about the very real danger of overuse injuries.
Mar 13, 2024
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African American patients on Medicaid less likely to undergo surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome, finds study
African American patients with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) are less likely than others to receive surgical treatment, reports the March issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Mar 7, 2024
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As pickleball's popularity surges, injuries are also on the rise
America's fastest-growing sport with the silly name—pickleball—continues to lure new players onto courts in droves. But before hopping into the game, UC San Diego Health physical therapists recommend acing a pickleball pre-game ...
Feb 9, 2024
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Study finds work benefits people with certain job-related disabilities
Findings from a West Virginia University research team suggest a possible link between leaving the workforce prematurely because of disabilities from non-life-threatening, work-related conditions and the development of serious ...
Feb 5, 2024
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