The Most Common Knee Injuries in Athletes (and How to Avoid Them)
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The Most Common Knee Injuries in Athletes (and How to Avoid Them)

When it comes to athletes, the risk of sustaining a knee injury is unfortunately quite high. Whether you are a professional or recreational athlete, it is important to be aware of the most common knee injuries and how to prevent them. In this blog post, we will discuss the anatomy of the knee, and the…

Most Common Symptoms of an ACL Injury and When You Should See a Specialist
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Most Common Symptoms of an ACL Injury and When You Should See a Specialist

An anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is a common sports-related knee injury, which can have significant long-term implications if left untreated. Knowing the signs and symptoms of an ACL injury, as well as when to seek medical attention, is an important step for anyone who has suffered an ACL injury. In this blog post, we…

Why thigh muscle wasting after ACL surgery is a problem – and what you can do about it
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Why thigh muscle wasting after ACL surgery is a problem – and what you can do about it

  Like many, you’ve likely had to deal with the pain of a torn ACL at some point in your life. While surgery can be an important step in returning to full knee functionality, one of the biggest challenges that many face when recovering from ACL surgery is regaining thigh muscle mass. In fact, according…

Bankart Tear and Shoulder Dislocation – The Most Common Shoulder Injury
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Bankart Tear and Shoulder Dislocation – The Most Common Shoulder Injury

Dr. Nagendra Prasad Your shoulder may be the largest ball-and-socket joint in your body, but that doesn’t mean it can’t experience some of the most common and complex sports injuries around. Injuries to the shoulder joint are very common, especially among young athletes who play contact sports such as soccer or hockey. A shoulder dislocation…

Journey to Recovery: A Guide for ACL Injury Patients

Journey to Recovery: A Guide for ACL Injury Patients

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are common among athletes, especially those involved in noncontact sports like basketball and skiing. An ACL injury can be incredibly painful, but it doesn’t have to sideline you permanently. Here are tips on how to treat an ACL injury, when to return to play and more from the India’s one…