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Experiencing elbow pain during tennis? It could be a sign of tennis elbow, which you should not ignore.

Tennis elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis) is the inflammation of the tendons on the outside of the elbow, caused by repetitive wrist extension. Over time, this creates tiny micro-tears at the tendon attachment, leading to a sharp pain while gripping or swinging. It’s common in tennis, golf, and padel players. If left untreated, it can become a chronic condition.

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10 Shoulder Pain Myths and Facts You Should Know

Shoulder pain is a common problem that can affect daily activities. However, shoulder pain does not always come from the shoulder joint itself, and not every shoulder problem requires surgery.

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Sports Injuries: Prevention and Treatment for Active Lifestyles

Sports injuries can affect people of all ages and fitness levels, not only professional athletes. The good news is that many injuries can be reduced with smart sports injury prevention, and early care from a sports medicine doctor can support safer recovery.

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Rotator Cuff Tear: Symptoms, Causes, and Shoulder Injury Treatment

A rotator cuff tear is a common shoulder injury that can affect not only athletes, but also older adults, office workers, and anyone who does repetitive lifting or overhead arm movements.

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Arthroscopy: Minimally Invasive Surgery for Sports Injuries

Arthroscopy surgery is a minimally invasive procedure used to diagnose and treat sports injuries and other joint problems through very small incisions.

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ACL Injuries in Athletes: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery

An ACL injury is one of the most common and most serious knee injuries in athletes. An ACL tear often happens during sports that involve sudden stops, pivoting, jumping, or quick changes in direction, such as football, basketball, soccer, tennis, and volleyball.

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Why Students Need Sports Physicals: Safety and Performance

Benefits of Sports Physicals A pre-participation physical evaluation (PPE) is a critical step to ensure students are physically prepared for sports.

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Genomic Evaluation in Sports Performance: Unlocking Athletic Potential Safely

"Genomic variants play a critical role in sports performance, influencing traits like safety, endurance, and power. With advancements in human genomics, scientists have identified hundreds of genetic variations linked to athletic abilities, shaping the characteristics of elite athletes. Genetic Contribution vs. Non-Genetic Factors in Athletic Ability Research estimates that genetics account for approximately 50% of athletic performance, while traits related to endurance and power range between 44–68% and 48–56%, respectively."

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Preserve Your Joints for an Active Lifestyle

To preserve joint health and sustain an active lifestyle, it is essential to understand the process of joint deterioration, which can lead to conditions such as osteoarthritis. Non-invasive treatments like physical therapy, weight management, lifestyle adjustments, and options such as corticosteroid injections or Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections can effectively mitigate joint deterioration.

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