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Article - 2 Minute Read
Ortho Injuries in Esports: Prevention, Treatment, Return to Gaming
According to an article in AAOS Now, hundreds of millions of players take part in esports and spend 5 to 10 hours per day in front of the screen. Those hours increase at both the collegiate and professional levels where esports teams can practice up to 12 hours a day. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Regaining an Active Lifestyle Thanks to Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement Surgery
After years of pain and decreasing activity, Shelly Cameron decided to go ahead with knee replacement surgery on both knees at UPMC. Her only regret: Not doing it sooner. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Multidisciplinary Breast Cancer Care Clinic Available in West Mifflin
Kristin Lupinacci, DO, and Andrew Laman, MD, provide care at a comprehensive breast cancer clinic in West Mifflin. Read More
Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Expanding Brain and Spine Care in the North
Residents in the northern communities now have more convenient options for brain and spine care with the UPMC Neurological Institute's expanded Butler location. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Spine Health
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50 Phenoms: How a Student Overcame a Traumatic Spinal Injury
Ryan Kolonich suffered a severe spinal injury while skiing in high school. But spinal surgery and rehab helped him recover. Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, UPMC Stories
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Article - 6 Minute Read
What Are Spinal Fractures? Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
The vertebrae that protect your spinal cord can break from a trauma or from bones weakening as you age. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, Spine Health
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Hypertension After Pregnancy: Why It’s Important to Know the Symptoms of Postpartum Preeclampsia
Hypertension after pregnancy is a serious condition that can affect all women for up to six weeks after delivery. Know the symptoms. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Quiz
Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of Sports Nutrition
Think you're a sports nutrition aficionado? Test your knowledge of eating healthy, hydrating, and recovering from intense workouts. Start Quiz
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Expert Tips for Marathon Recovery
Erin Angelini, DPT, an expert at UPMC Rehabilitation Institute, discusses life, recovery, and training before and after a marathon. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine








