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  • Safety Tips: Running for Parents


    Injuries can be common, and runners should always be aware of their surroundings. These tips can help keep runners safe.

  • Achilles Tendonitis for Teens


    If the tendon just above your heel becomes swollen or irritated due to overuse, it can lead to a painful condition called Achilles tendonitis. Find out how to treat it - and prevent it.

  • Words to Know (Sports Medicine Glossary) for Parents


    This glossary provides definitions for some common sports medicine terms.

  • A to Z: Dislocation, Thumb for Parents


    A dislocation is when the bones in a joint slip out of their normal position. A dislocated thumb may happen from a fall, blow, or sports injury, especially if the thumb is bent back or jammed.

  • What's an Orthopedic Surgeon? for Kids


    Orthopedic surgeons treat injuries and diseases of the musculoskeletal system, which includes your muscles, bones, and joints.

  • A to Z: Dislocation, Toe for Parents


    A dislocation is when the bones in a joint slip out of their normal position. A dislocated toe may happen from a blow or jamming the toe, such as bumping the toe into furniture or during sports.

  • Words to Know (Sports Medicine Glossary) for Teens


    This glossary provides definitions for some common sports medicine terms.

  • A to Z: Dislocation, Shoulder for Parents


    A shoulder dislocation causes the top of the upper arm bone (humerus) to slip out of its normal position in the shoulder socket.

  • Safety Tips: Basketball for Teens


    It's fun to play and great exercise, but basketball is also a contact sport, and injuries happen. To stay safe on the basketball court, follow these safety tips.

  • A to Z: Dislocation, Finger for Parents


    A dislocation is when the bones in a joint slip out of their normal position. A finger dislocation may happen from a fall, blow, or sports injury, especially if the finger is bent back or jammed.