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Skier Keeps Commitment to Ironman Event After ACL Injury
When avid skier Mayra Gonzalez took a spill on the ski slopes of the French Alps, she knew right away her knee was severely injured. Her thoughts almost immediately turned to the Ironman race she signed up for.
How Strength Training Propelled One Teen to Fast Recovery
Kaylonna’s basketball season ended abruptly when she severely dislocated her knee, tearing a major ligament and damaging the cartilage. The 16-year-old had suffered dislocations before, but never as devastating.
Why Parents Should Track Their Young Athlete's Pitch Count
Most youth baseball coaches are not following established sports medicine guidelines when it comes to counting pitches for their players, according to a recent study from University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital.
New Hip Arthroscopy Technique Can Mean Less Pain, Complications
A new surgical technique can help patients undergoing arthroscopic hip surgery avoid numbness in the genital area -- a complication that occurs in up to 25 percent of patients undergoing the procedure.
How to Guard Against Falls, What To Do When It Happens
Medical alert devices and other technology can be useful for seniors to ensure they can get help in case of a fall.
5 Health Habits That Can Minimize Back Pain
Healthy habits that include a nutritious diet, adequate sleep and moderate exercise can help keep your back strong and free of pain.
How A Unique Approach Can Treat -- and Prevent -- Knee Ligament Injuries
Once considered an adults-only injury, anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears are being seen increasingly in young athletes, some as young as 10. Learn about a unique, three-pronged approach to treat and prevent ACL tears.
Hip and Knee Joint Replacement Surgery: How Is It Done?
Hip and knee replacement are two of the most commonly performed operations in orthopedic surgery. Both procedures are very successful at eliminating pain, correcting deformity and improving mobility so you can get back to the activities you enjoy.