Risk Factors For Hamstring Injury
A soccer player’s leg slips out from under her, or a collision on the court stretches a basketball player’s leg in a quick, violent moment. Movements like these make...
Tips To Prevent Hamstring Injuries
Although hamstring injuries are common in certain sports, anyone can injure this muscle group that runs along the back of the upper leg. We explain how proper warm-ups and...
Treatments For Common Basketball Injuries
In a contact sport like basketball, injuries are fairly common and range from minor sprains to serious joint injuries. We review treatments for the most common injuries in this...
Safety Equipment A Basketball Player Needs
It is difficult to completely avoid injury in a contact sport like basketball, but using the right protective equipment can help. We have a list of the safety equipment...
Know The Most Common Basketball Injuries
Basketball is a fast-paced game with explosive action that puts particular stress on feet, ankles, and knees. Understanding how stress is linked to injury is the first step to...
Ask Dr. Skendzel: What Are Surgical Options For Unstable Kneecaps?
Once a kneecap has dislocated, the risk of subsequent dislocations, permanent cartilage damage, and osteoarthritis increases substantially. Dr. Skendzel discusses the surgeries he uses to reduce this escalating injury...
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Ask Dr. Skendzel: What Are The Risks Of An Unstable Kneecap?
Once you’ve dislocated a kneecap, unstable kneecap risks increase with subsequent dislocations that can cause significant knee damage over time.
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Anterior Hip Replacement In The News
Traditional hip surgery involves a large incision, a hospital stay, and a long recovery time. A recent Wall Street Journal article highlights the advantages of a less invasive anterior...
Smart Ways To Support Recuperation After A Hip Replacement
Everyone wants to be supportive of friends or loved ones during their recuperation after a surgical procedure. We have tips provided by hip replacement patients to help you provide...
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Comparing Two Surgical Approaches For Total Hip Replacement
The decision to undergo a total hip replacement involves a number of considerations, including choosing the surgical approach that is best for you. We explain the difference between a...
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