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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What is a herniated disc?

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A herniated disc usually affects the cervical spine, but can occur anywhere along it. It is a relatively common condition that happens when spinal discs, cushion-like pads between the vertebrae, move out of place and press on the nerves that are adjacent to it. Without spinal discs, the bones in the spine would rub against […]

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Overuse Series Part 1: The Knee

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Overuse knee injuries are extremely common in athletes and active individuals, with patients seeing doctors for knee-related injuries more than most any other body part. If you’re suffering from knee pain, know that 25 percent of the population experiences it at some time or another. Mild stress over time can cause knee injuries, and one […]

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How Much Exercise is Too Much on Your Body?

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Exercise is a great way to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Whether it’s through workout classes, going for a jog or taking up yoga with a friend, working out is essential for staying in shape. There is such a thing as exercising too much, which in turn can be bad for your body. Too much exercise […]

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Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month

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It is a common misconception that only older people are affected by arthritis. However, nearly 300,000 children in America have been diagnosed with juvenile arthritis. July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to discuss these conditions that can develop in children and teens. This month is about changing the stigma surrounding […]

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2017 Youth Sports Injury Prevention Symposium at Rhodes College

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Join us July 29 as Campbell Clinic physicians host a half-day course 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, injury prevention, overuse and sport specialization. This course is free of charge and ideal for athletic directors, coaches, trainers, administrators, […]

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It’s Men’s Health Month: How healthy are you?

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Taking care of your health at any age is important, but throughout the month of June, anchored by a Congressional health education program, screenings, health education and outreach activities are being pushed to inform men on what they could be at risk for and what they need to improve on as a part of Men’s […]

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Children’s Throwing Injuries in the Elbow

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Little Leaguer’s elbow is a common condition in young baseball and softball players. Elbow injuries should not go untreated, as the area may become more aggravated.

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Heat or Ice After Injury

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Sports medicine physicians often “prescribe” warm or cold compresses after injury. Carefully following your doctor’s instructions about this is key to a successful recovery, especially within the first 48 hours. Below, we’ve outlined when you should – and shouldn’t – apply heat or ice to an injured area. Heat Compresses Heat works to bring more […]

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Preventing + Treating Shin Splints

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The condition of shin splints (also known as medial tibia stress syndrome) is a common, exercise-related issue resulting in pain along the inner edge of the tibia. This issue most commonly occurs in runners, but can be associated with any physical activity. Shin splints develop after muscle and bone tissues are overworked. Changes in frequency […]

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