In wrestling, injuries are bound to happen sometimes. To keep things as safe as possible, follow these tips.
Burners - also called stingers - usually happen in the neck or shoulder. They take their name from the burning or stinging sensation they cause. Find out how to treat burners - and prevent them.
Helmets are a way to help protect your head from injuries like cuts and skull fractures.
Football is a lot of fun, but injuries are common. To keep things as safe as possible on the field, follow these tips.
This growth-related injury is more common in teens who play sports that require a lot of running or jumping. Find out why it happens - and what you can do to avoid and treat it.
Osgood-Schlatter disease (OSD) is an overuse injury that can cause knee pain in teens, especially during growth spurts. Learn more.
A broken collarbone is one of the most common types of broken bones. Find out how it can happen and how it's treated.
Ringworm isn't a worm at all - it's the name for a type of fungal skin infection. The good news is that ringworm is easy to treat.
Learn about nutrition for athletes, with diet tips on what to eat and when to eat for better performance.
Playing hard doesn't have to mean getting hurt. The best way to ensure a long and injury-free athletic career is to play it safe from the start. Find out how.
Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice,
diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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