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No One-Size-Fits-All for Hydrating During Sports
No One-Size-Fits-All for Hydrating During Sports
Source: Health DayWaiting until you're thirsty to drink during sports could lead to dehydration and poorer performance, a new study finds.
Depressive symptoms associated with disease severity in patients with knee osteoarthritis
Depressive symptoms associated with disease severity in patients with knee osteoarthritis
Source: Medical XpressThe results of a study presented today at the Annual European Congress of Rheumatology (EULAR 2018) demonstrate that among individuals with radiographic knee osteoarthritis (OA), decreased physical performance and greater structural disease severity are associated with a higher risk of experiencing depressive symptoms.
Deltoid pain: Types and treatment
Deltoid pain: Types and treatment
Source: Medical News TodayThe deltoid is a large muscle responsible for lifting the arm and giving the shoulder its range of motion.
When Can I Return to Play After an Orthopedic Sports Injury?
When Can I Return to Play After an Orthopedic Sports Injury?
Source: US NewsRecovery is as unique to the individual as is their genetic makeup – it really does depend on a wide variety of factors. However, for many common orthopedic injuries, there's usually a fairly consistent timeline for return to sport or active living.
Return to play for soccer athletes and risk for future injury
Return to play for soccer athletes and risk for future injury
Source: Medical XpressA new study presented at the 2018 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) looked at soccer athletes who sustained an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction to better understand the average return to play time and their risk of injury following a revision ACL reconstruction.
What is the best thing for stiff joints?
What is the best thing for stiff joints?
Source: Medical News TodayMany people experience stiff joints as they age. Others may experience joint stiffness due to medical conditions and lifestyle choices. Sometimes, people can treat stiff joints at home.
Are Pricey Orthotic Insoles Worth It for Heel Pain?
Are Pricey Orthotic Insoles Worth It for Heel Pain?
Source: HealthDayFor people with chronic heel pain, costly "custom" shoe inserts are probably a waste of money, a new research review suggests.
Health Tip: Signs You Need Rotator Cuff Surgery
Health Tip: Signs You Need Rotator Cuff Surgery
Source: HealthDayThe rotator cuff is a collection of tendons and muscles that surround the shoulder. It's common for athletes -- for example, baseball pitchers -- to injure this area.
New hip resurfacing implant could lead to better outcomes for patients
New hip resurfacing implant could lead to better outcomes for patients
Source: MedicalxpressSurgeons are treating patients with a new type of hip implant that could lead to better outcomes for younger, more active people requiring surgery.
Hip dysplasia: When is surgery required?
Hip dysplasia: When is surgery required?
Source: Mayo ClinicHip dysplasia is a condition in which the top portion of the thigh bone doesn't fit properly in the socket portion of the hip joint - either because it is out of place or it is not the correct shape. In many cases, this condition is present at birth. Some people may not be diagnosed during childhood, however, and only when symptoms appear later is the problem identified. Although some adults with hip dysplasia need surgery to correct the problem, total hip replacement isn’t always necessary.
