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Chronic or Overuse Injuries in Sports

Author: Joseph Iero, M.D.


Football Injury Analysis: Field Turf vs. Natural Grass

Author: Dr. Bill Barnhill


H1N1a (Swine Flu) & Athletics

Author: NCSS team member, Beth Kates, ATC


Heart Disease in the Young Athlete

Author: Michele D. Pescasio,M.D.


Nutritional Abuse

Author: Lyle Micheli, M.D.


Preventing Heat Exhaustion and Dehydration

Author: Amadeus Mason, M.D.


Sports Injuries and Arthritis

Author: William Cottrell, M.D.


Sports Participation in Children: When to Begin?

Author: Russell Ellis, M.D.

 
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Chronic or Overuse Injuries in Sports

The most common disorders seen by sports orthopaedists as well as the general orthopedic are the overuse injuries. All active persons, from the elite athlete to the “weekend warrior,” are subject to these injuries
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Sports Training - How Much is Too Much?

Parents need to be sensitive to changes in performance and attitude that suggest their kids are being pushed too hard. Such changes may be precursors of physical injury
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Creating a Safe Playing Environment for Your Athletes

As a coach, you are ultimately responsible for the safety of your athletes. Creating a safe playing environment for your students can significantly reduce the number and severity of injuries during your practices and games
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