Sports Medicine Articles and Information

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Mark’s Story: Nasal Breathing to Increase Performance and Decrease Stress

February 26, 2024

Mark, a triathlete and cross country/track coach, went through breathing exercises with Ron DeAngelo at UPMC Sports Medicine to improve his performance. Read More

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Peter’s Story: Back on the Gridiron After ACL Surgery

January 16, 2024

Athletes come to UPMC from around the world to take advantage of its research-driven and cutting-edge orthopaedic care. Learn more. Read More

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Hanna’s Story: How One High School Basketball Player Made a Comeback After Physical and Mental Challenges

December 27, 2023

During an away game in her junior season, Hanna went up for a three-pointer and had her feet taken out from under her by a defensive player. Learn more. Read More

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What Female Athletes Need to Know About Pelvic Health

November 20, 2023

According to Megan Glod, DPT, more people should consider their pelvic floor muscles when exercising. Learn more. Read More

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Can You Exercise Too Much? What Excessive Exercise Does to Your Body

October 13, 2023

Find out how exercising too much, too often, or with poor form can lead to injury, and worsen preexisting health problems. Read More

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Feeling Fatigued? Why It Could be Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S)

October 3, 2023

Athletes that regularly experience fatigue, stress fractures, or decreased endurance, may be suffering from relative energy deficiency in sport, or RED-S. Read More

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Are Female Athletes More Prone to ACL Injuries?

September 26, 2023

Statistics show that female athletes are more susceptible to ACL tears than male athletes. Find out more here. Read More

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Sarah’s Story: How the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program Changed the Life of an Oscar-Winning Writer and Director

September 19, 2023

Learn how Oscar winning screenwriting-director Sarah Polley made a full recovery from crippling concussion symptoms after receiving care at the UPMC. Read More

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Dealing with Pain from Old Sports Injuries

July 27, 2023

Acute sports injuries can cause chronic pain later in life. Learn how you can manage the symptoms of chronic pain. Read More

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