Results for "Sports Medicine"

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Sore Heels? Here’s What You Need to Know for Pain-Free Feet
Heel pain can be a real pain in the … well, heel! Whether you’re an avid runner, spend long hours on your feet or love walking around barefoot, heel pain...
April 22
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Bouncing Back From Shin Splints: Tips for Relief and Prevention
Do you find yourself skipping exercise lately because of aches in your shins? If you do, you’re not alone. Shin splints can be a real buzzkill for athletes,...
March 28
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Are Your Ferritin Levels Optimal? The Link Between This Nutrient and Your Health
You’ve probably heard a lot about iron and how important this mineral is to your health. Iron helps your body make red blood cells and transport oxygen....
March 19
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A Guide to Post-Surgery Mental Recovery in Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Maybe you’re a baseball pitcher who needs Tommy John surgery, a soccer player with an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear or a basketball player with...
February 19
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Beat the Freeze: Coping With Joint Pain in Winter
As the winter chill sets in, you might find yourself hosting an unwelcome guest — joint pain. Joint aches and pains happen for many people all year round....
February 08
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Ten Ways to Treat and Relieve Pain of Bursitis
Have you ever experienced a nagging pain in your shoulders, hips, elbows or knees that won’t seem to quit? Chances are, you might be dealing with bursitis. Bursitis...
January 10
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How to Help Teen Athletes Overcome Sudden Performance Anxiety
Simone Biles might be the most high-profile athlete to draw attention to the link between mental health and athletic performance. Biles withdrew from several...
December 22
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These 17 Exercises Can Help Keep Your Shoulders Strong and Healthy
When your shoulders are healthy and strong, you might take them for granted. It’s effortless for you to play golf or tennis, at least as far as your shoulders...
August 20
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Do I Need Ice or Heat to Treat Aches and Pains?
We’ve all experienced those pesky aches and pains that life throws our way – from minor bumps, bruises and sprains to ongoing discomfort.  It can be tough...
August 14
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Should You Follow Fitness Influencers? Tips for Finding a Reliable One
Back in the day (pre-social media), when you wanted to get into shape or build muscle, you may have turned to a trained expert at your local gym or read...
August 08