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Young athletes who require ACL reconstruction may benefit from additional procedure
Young athletes who require ACL reconstruction may benefit from additional procedure
Source: Medical XpressIn the largest clinical trial of its kind, researchers at Lawson Health Research Institute have shown that performing an additional surgical procedure called lateral extra-articular tenodesis (LET) may reduce the risk of ACL re-injury in young athletes.
What to know about hamstring tendonitis
What to know about hamstring tendonitis
Source: Medical News TodayHamstring tendonitis is an injury to one or both of the hamstring tendons, which are part of the thick band of muscles and tendons called the hamstrings. The hamstring tendons connect the hamstring muscles to the pelvis, knee, and shinbones.
Increased muscle power may prolong life
Increased muscle power may prolong life
Source: Medical News TodayIncreasing muscle strength is good, but increasing muscle power may be even better for enjoying a longer life, according to a recent study.
High-intensity interval training increases injuries, study finds
High-intensity interval training increases injuries, study finds
Source: Medical XpressPeople who engage in high-intensity interval training are at greater risk for injury, especially in the knees and shoulders, a Rutgers study found.
Types of Knee Braces for Support and Injury Prevention
Types of Knee Braces for Support and Injury Prevention
Source: Verywell HealthThe use of knee braces in sports medicine is a controversial topic. Knee braces are used for a wide variety of problems and conditions. But do knee braces help?
