Sports is an excellent way to maintain physical fitness, build muscle strength, and engage in social interactions. Preventing injuries is crucial as it lets you do the physical activities you love without interruption. After all, injuries can cause immense pain and discomfort. They require extended recovery periods, possibly leading to long-term health issues or permanent…
Orthopedic Injuries
Orthopedic Trauma Surgery: Treating Fractures and Dislocations
Orthopedic trauma surgery is a specialized field of medicine that deals with the treatment of skeletal injuries. In our everyday lives, accidents happen – from simple falls to more severe incidents. These events can lead to fractures (broken bones) and dislocations (bones moving out of their normal alignment). Orthopedic trauma surgeons play an important role…
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5 Common Orthopedic Disorders
Orthopedic disorders concern the musculoskeletal system, which is in charge of supporting your body frame, weight, and movement. Your bones and muscles grow weaker as you age, making you more susceptible to these health issues. When you experience pain and discomfort in your bones or muscles, address it instead of ignoring it. Here are five…
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Top 10 Most Common Orthopedic Injuries for Athletes
Every athlete knows that injuries are par for the course, and athletes generally decide that it’s worth the risk. After all, sports are fun, rewarding, and usually great for your overall health. Injuries sustained while playing a sport are usually orthopedic, meaning musculoskeletal (muscles, bones, and the related structures). Different sports have different risks, but…
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Common Running Injuries and Prevention Tips
Running is a great way to work up a sweat, burn calories, and build strong muscles. Ideally, anyone who runs should just keep running without sustaining an injury. However, there is a risk of injury from running, as with any high-impact activity. The hips, lower back, shins, knees, feet, and ankles are at the highest…
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