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Muscle Strain Treatment
Overexerting your body can lead to numerous injuries. A muscle strain, or pulled muscle, occurs when your muscle is overstretched or torn. This can be minor and like soreness after an intense workout, or it can be so severe that it needs medical attention.
Source: Healthline
If In Doubt, Sit Them Out,` Insists New Concussion Guidance For Parents
The bottom line for managing youth sports concussions is “if in doubt, sit them out,” new guidelines say. Earlier recognition of a concussion — and removal from play — will help a young athlete more quickly recover and return to competition, according to an easy-to-follow guide published recently in the Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
Source: HealthDay
Red Light Therapy Might Protect Football Players From Brain Damage
Red light therapy might be able to protect football players from brain damage caused by frequent head impacts, a new small-scale study says.
Source: HealthDay
Flips, Falls, and Fractures: The Reality of Cheerleading Injuries
Cheerleading is rising in popularity, with competitive cheer now being recognized as an Olympic sport, possibly leading to an Olympic debut in the near future. These athletes present with issues such as pressure for a quick return, concerns for decreased bone density, and injury patterns unique to these athletes.
Source: AOSSM
This discovery could let bones benefit from exercise without moving
Researchers have discovered a biological switch that explains why movement keeps bones strong. The protein senses physical activity and pushes bone marrow stem cells to build bone instead of storing fat, slowing age-related bone loss. By targeting this “exercise sensor,” scientists believe they could create drugs that mimic exercise at the molecular level. The approach could protect fragile bones in people who are unable to stay active.
Source: Science Daily