Sports Medicine

The more you know about sports-related injuries, the better your chance of avoiding them or recovering from them successfully. Hear from UPMC Sports Medicine experts about the conditions facing athletes and active people, including symptoms and treatment options, as well as tips for nutrition, training, performance, and more.

Here, you’ll find information about:

Avoiding Cold-Weather Running Injuries.
The Role of Primary Care Sports Medicine in Return to Play.
Stretches for Dancers.
Solo Basketball Workouts You Can Do at Home.
Strengthening Exercises to Stabilize the Knees.
Seeking Care for Tendonitis.
Expert Tips for Marathon Recovery.
How to Prevent Throwing Injuries.
Much more.

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5 Ways to Prevent Basketball Injuries

September 25, 2016

Basketball is associated with more than 1.6 million injuries each year. Learn how to prevent injuries on the court with this guide. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: basketball, basketball injuries, sports injuries, sports medicine
Artículo - 1 Minute Read

7 Hydration Tips for Athletes

September 15, 2016

Proper hydration is important for athletes both on and off the field. Learn helpful hydration tips for top athletic performance. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Sports Medicine
Tagged with: athlete, athletic performance, drink water, hydration
Artículo - 1 Minute Read

7 Nutrition Tips for Athletes

September 14, 2016

If you are an athlete, your body needs the right nutrition to maximize athletic performance. Discover helpful nutrition tips for athletes. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Sports Medicine
Tagged with: athlete, athletic performance, Nutrition, sports medicine
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8 Tips to Prevent ACL Injuries

September 8, 2016

When the ACL tears, your knee can become unstable and may buckle or give way. Follow these tips to stay healthy from practice to play. Learn More

Categorized as: Sports Medicine
Tagged with: ACL, acl exercises, athletes, injury prevention, sports medicine
Artículo - 2 Minute Read

Play Safe: Preventing Injuries in Rugby

September 2, 2016

Rugby is an intense contact sport, where injuries are common. Most rugby injuries are muscle strains and sprains. Learn more with this injury guide. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Sports Medicine
Tagged with: Australia, concussion, Rugby, Rugby Injuries, sprain, strain
Artículo - 6 Minute Read

Running Q&A: UPMC Sports Medicine’s Dr. Aaron V. Mares

August 26, 2016

Running involves more than just hitting the pavement. Learn about staying safe and preventing injuries from Dr. Aaron V. Mares, MD. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Sports Medicine
Tagged with: fitness, injury prevention, marathons, running, running injuries, running safety, sports medicine
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Gridiron Safety: Common Football Injuries by Position

August 19, 2016

Learn more about common football injuries, including knee injuries and ACL injuries, and how you can prevent getting hurt on the gridiron. Learn More

Categorized as: Sports Medicine
Tagged with: football, football injuries, injury prevention, sports injuries, sports medicine
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5 Common Volleyball Injuries and How to Prevent Them

August 14, 2016

Identify the top 5 common volleyball injuries and find ways to prevent injury and stay healthy on the court. Learn More

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: athletic injuries, common volleyball-related injuries, sports medicine, Volleyball
Artículo - 4 Minute Read

Triathlon Training Essentials: Exercise, Refueling, and More

August 10, 2016

These strength and cardio triathlon training exercises will help you maximize your performance on race day. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: athletics, cardio training, fitness tips, sports medicine, strength training, triathlon, triathlon training