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What Is a Sports Medicine Physician?

What Is a Sports Medicine Physician? In the world of active living, sports medicine physicians are the silent linchpins who keep the wheels turning. These specialized doctors are athletes' dedicated […]

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How to Treat a Pulled Back Muscle: A Comprehensive Guide

A pulled back muscle, also known as a back strain, is a common injury characterized by injury to the muscles and tendons in the lower back. It can result from […]

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How to Improve Sleep for a Better Recovery

A better, faster exercise recovery is a goal shared by many young athletes, as well as their parents and coaches. While a number of things can help, including good nutrition, […]

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Treating Injuries with Ice and Heat

Ice and heat are valuable tools for treating injuries and reducing pain. The benefits include being easy to use and helping with a wide range of issues; however, it’s important […]

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3 Tips to Help Prevent Sports Injuries

No matter the activity or ability level, a sports injury can be devastating both physically and mentally to young athletes. As parents and coaches, we want to do what we […]

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4 Ways Forté’s Athletic Trainers Can Enhance the Student-Athlete Experience

As the River States Conference volleyball tournament came to a close in early November, IU Kokomo players were celebrating an undefeated conference season and tournament. As one of the team’s […]

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When Reverse Shoulder Replacement is the Best Option

Total shoulder replacement is a procedure to resurface both sides of your shoulder joint with implants meant to feel and function like your natural shoulder. There are two types of […]

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How TenJet Can Help Relieve Chronic Tendon Pain

If you’re struggling with chronic tendon pain that isn’t responding to medications and other therapies, your physician may recommend a minimally invasive procedure known as TenJet. TenJet is replacing the […]

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Guidelines for Returning an Athlete to Play

When can I return to play? It’s a question often on the minds of injured athletes, whether they’re being evaluated on a sideline for something minor or suffered a season-ending […]

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