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Sports Injuries

Common Football Injuries

Football is a well-known and loved sport. Because it is a high-impact and contact sport, players are often exposed to collisions, sudden injuries, repetitive stress, and micro-trauma that can result in overuse injuries. Whether you play football as a hobby or are aspiring to be a professional football player, it is essential to learn about common football injuries, so that you can recognize them when they happen and receive treatment before any lasting damage occurs.… Read More

Are You Ready for Winter Sports?

For many people here in Maryland, winter sports are the highlight of their year. Whether you love skiing, ice skating, sledding, or snowboarding, wintertime fun is here! If you enjoy participating in winter sports, you’ve probably already prepared every piece of equipment you will need this season. But while you might have sharpened your skates or waxed your skis, there’s one crucial thing you can’t forget — your body.… Read More

When to see a doctor after a strain or sprain

A strain or a sprain happens when a ligament or tendon is stretched beyond its capacity. These are two of the most common orthopedic injuries and can affect the ankles, wrists, and other parts of the body. A lot of people who suffer from sprains or strains do not necessarily seek emergency treatment.… Read More

What Can a Sports Medicine Doctor Treat?

Are you an amateur athlete? Do you enjoy physical activities and exercise to keep yourself fit and healthy? If so, you might have already experienced a sports injury because of it. Sports medicine doctors are orthopedic specialists who work with athletes and those with musculoskeletal injuries. They are trained to address any issue that is associated with sports – everything from joint pain to osteoarthritis to nutrition.… Read More

When Is It Safe to Return to Sports After an Injury?

If sports are a big part of your life and you’ve sustained an injury, you’re probably champing at the bit to return to your sport. While each person’s injury is unique, how will you know when it is safe to return to playing sports again? Keep in mind that returning to your sport too soon after an injury can make you prone to reinjury – and lifelong complications and chronic conditions.… Read More

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