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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Q&A: Panic Attacks, Anxiety, and Concussion

November 21, 2017

Raymond Pan, MD, discusses panic attacks and anxiety from concussions and answers questions about how these conditions can be treated. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: anxiety, concussion, neuropsychologists, panic, questions, UPMC, UPMC Center for Sports Medicine
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Sports Bites: Post-Workout Smoothie

November 13, 2017

This smoothie recipe is full of protein and vitamins to restore your muscles. In our version, we use Greek yogurt and fruit for natural sweetness. View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Nutrition, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: healthy eating, Nutrition, recipes, Smoothie Recipes
Artículo - 2 Minute Read

After School Special: Fueling for Practice and Game Day

November 13, 2017

Here are three key tips from our expert sports dietitians on making your school day and practice fuel the best it's ever been. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: New Here, Nutrition, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: back to school, healthy eating, Nutrition, sports medicine, tips for athletes
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Football Foods: Diet Breakdown by Position

November 9, 2017

Just as football teams are made up of a variety of positions, different diets are needed to fuel the performance of players on the field. Learn More

Categorized as: Sports Medicine
Tagged with: diet, football, football diet, Nutrition
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Sports Medicine Academy: Football

November 9, 2017

Educate yourself monthly with a variety of sports-related topics and information for athletes, parents, and coaches. Read more about sports medicine at UPMC. Learn More

Categorized as: Sports Medicine
Tagged with: sports med academy, sports medicine
Artículo - 3 Minute Read

Hockey Injuries: More Than Just Upper Body and Lower Body

October 30, 2017

Dharmesh Vyas, MD, an orthopaedic surgeon with UPMC Sports Medicine and the head team physician for the Pittsburgh Penguins®, discusses hockey injuries. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Sports Medicine
Tagged with: athletic injuries, conditioning, hockey, hockey injuries, sports medicine
Artículo - 1 Minute Read

What Are Vestibular Concussions

October 24, 2017

Learn about the causes, triggers, and treatment options of vestibular concussions — which affect balance and spatial orientation — from the experts at UPMC. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: concussion, concussion facts, concussion recovery, concussion treatment, concussion triggers, infographic, recovery, therapy, treatment, UPMC, UPMC Center for Sports Medicine, vestibular, vestibular physical therapy, vestibular therapy
Artículo - 4 Minute Read

Exertion Therapy Q&A with Physical Therapist Tori Kochick

October 24, 2017

Tori Kochick, DPT, answers a few of the most commonly asked questions about exertion therapy. Learn how this treatment option can help concussion recovery. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: concussion, concussion recovery, concussion treatment, exertion, exertion therapy, exertional physical therapy, questions, recovery, therapy, treatment, UPMC, UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program
Artículo - 2 Minute Read

Are Concussions Common in Volleyball?

October 5, 2017

Despite being a non-contact sport, volleyball players are susceptible to concussions. Learn some ways to stay safe during volleyball season from UPMC. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: athlete, Concussion Athlete, concussion prevention, concussion sports, infographic, safety, sports, sports concussion, sports injury, UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program, Volleyball