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Soccer heading may cause more damage to the brain than previously thought
Heading is a widely used technique in soccer where the players control the direction of the ball by hitting it with their head. In recent years, research has been done that suggests a link between repeated head impacts and neurodegenerative diseases, such as chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE).
Weekend warrior' exercise pattern may equal more frequent sessions for lowering cognitive decline risk
Just one or two sessions of physical activity at the weekend—a pattern of exercise dubbed 'weekend warrior'—may be just as likely to lower the risk of cognitive decline, which can often precede dementia, as more frequent sessions, concludes research published online in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.
Causes and Treatments for Quadriceps Tendinitis
Quadriceps tendinitis or tendinopathy often affects athletes, like volleyball and basketball players. However, any active person can develop this injury. The risk is higher if you suddenly increase your physical activity.
Youth cheerleading is getting more athletic — and riskier
Pediatricians are now raising awareness of the risks. For the first time in over a decade the American Academy of Pediatrics has issued an updated statement this week on the risks of injuries related to youth cheerleading, and how to prevent them.
Innovative techniques shed light on hamstring injury in athletes
Hamstring injuries affect athletes across the globe, accounting for 10% of all injuries in field-based sports. Despite their frequency, the mechanisms behind these injuries and effective prevention strategies remain unclear. Findings from two recent studies offer new insights on hamstring injury prevention.