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Breaking Stride

Fractures and dislocations are two of the more serious types of injuries that can occur during an athletic event. Early recognition and prompt medical treatment are extremely important with these injuries in athletes.

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Mouth Guards in Sports: A Necessary Piece of Equipment

Some experts recommend that mouthguards be worn by athletes in competitive and recreational sports in which impact, contact and collision are likely to occur.

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Promoting Youth Fitness

Youth fitness has steadily declined over the past decade and childhood obesity is at an all time high. Here are some ideas to help empower the kids to make good activity choices.

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Why Does My Knee Hurt?

One thing that all of these causes of anterior knee pain have in common is that they are usually overuse injuries and can be treated and prevented without surgery.

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Use Strength and Preparation to Keep Your Dancer in Top Form

Most young ballerinas can’t wait to take their dancing to the next level, but there are some things to consider so they don’t end up damaging their feet.

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Tips for New Runners: How Much is Too Much?

There are recommendations for level and intensity of training for kids in all sports but the number one rule is to emphasize fun, safety and fitness when it comes to kids.

Available Equipment

The Department of Radiology, located on the ground floor of the hospital’s main building, uses several different kinds of equipment.

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Fueling and Hydrating Before, During and After Exercise

Proper fuel and hydration before, during and after exercise is key to getting the most out of your training and optimize performance. Carbohydrates, proteins and fats are the nutrients that provide the body with energy.

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Winter Weather Advisory

Winter brings injuries unique to cold weather sports. Two of the more common categories of injuries are those influenced by environmental conditions and accidents.