Chronic vs. Acute Sports Injuries

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Did you know that sports-related injuries can be categorized into two types, acute or chronic? Chronic injuries can occur from sports with repetitive motions, such as running, cycling or swimming. Acute injuries differ from chronic, as these happen suddenly after a traumatic event, like falling or crashing into another player during sports. Learning how to […]

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Common Fall Sports Injuries

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According to the National Federation of State High School Associations, just last year, nearly 8 million kids participated in sports. As football returns to our normal weekend routine this fall, so will sports-related injuries. It’s important to prepare properly for sports season, and we’ve listed a few of the common fall injuries and ways to […]

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Concussions: Treatment and Prevention

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Did you know that some of the most common sports-related injuries are concussions? Every year, an estimated 1.6 to 3.8 million sports and recreation-related concussions occur in the United States. As you prepare for the school year and sports season to begin, now is a great time to discuss sports-related injuries. What are Concussions? Concussions […]

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Keeping Your Child Safe in Sports

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With the return of school and fall sports, now is the perfect time to discuss injuries, as well as how to keep your child safe while playing the sports they love. Play smart It’s important to let your child know that while you want them to do well and play hard, they need to try […]

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Youth Sports Injury Prevention Symposium at Rhodes College

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Join us July 28 as Campbell Clinic physicians host a half-day symposium focusing on injury prevention, recognition and management of injuries when they happen, and guidelines for safe return-to-sports. Topics will include common sports injuries, concussion, heat illness, injury prevention, overuse and sport specialization. This event is free-of-charge and ideal for parents, athletic directors, coaches, […]

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How to Recover After a Race

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Spring has sprung, making it a good time to go for a run! With all of the race training going on over the next few months, it’s important to know how to properly recover after you’ve pushed your body past the finish line. Keep reading to learn a few ways to bounce back strong after […]

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Calf Strains: Everything You Need to Know

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Some of you may have experienced that slight tightness that rises in your calf as you head out on a run or hit the gym. Even more of you may recognize that the pain doesn’t get any better as you continue your workout; it only gets worse. That tightness you feel could be a calf […]

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ACL Tears: How Knee Surgeons Diagnose and Treat ACL Injuries

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Chances are, you’ve heard about ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) injuries, or you know someone who has torn theirs. This knee injury is one of the most serious injuries that can occur in contact sports. It can happen in football, basketball, or any activity with sudden movements, like stopping or pivoting. You or your child should […]

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IT Band Injuries: How to Treat and Prevent

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As a runner or an athlete, you’ve likely experienced pain and swelling on the outside of the knee, making it hard to bend at a 45-degree angle. Iliotibial (IT) band injuries are one of the most common injuries among runners, so whether you’re training for a marathon or occasionally hitting the treadmill, it’s a good […]

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Overuse Series Part 2: The Hip

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Overuse hip injuries are common in active individuals, such as runners, cyclers and those in sports like football, hockey and soccer. These injuries can begin with chronic pain from repetitive, high-impact activities like running, or sudden increases in activity levels from training. Hip Tendonitis Tendonitis occurs when a tendon becomes inflamed from repetitive stress. Tendons […]

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