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The psychology of Olympians and how they master their minds to perform
Participating in the Olympic Games is a rare achievement and the pressures and stressors that come with it are unique. Whether an athlete is battling to win the breaststroke or powering their way to gold in the modern pentathlon, psychology will play a vital role in their success or failure in Paris this summer.
Augmented ACL reconstruction yielded faster functional recovery vs. no augmentation
Published results showed ACL reconstruction augmented with bone marrow aspirate concentrate, demineralized bone matrix and suture tape yielded superior functional outcomes and faster recovery compared with standard ACL reconstruction.
Injuries that can keep Olympians from the gold
While Olympic athletes can make their sports look effortless, constant overuse of muscles and tendons can lead to big-time injuries that do more than cost them a medal, according to an orthopedic expert from Baylor College of Medicine. And the risks run through all sports—from gymnastics and distance running to swimming.
The Difference Between a Sprain and a Strain
Many patients with musculoskeletal injuries get confused about the difference between a strain and sprain. Your physical therapist can show you the difference between what a sprain and a strain is and how to properly treat each of these distinct injuries.
Stretching and strengthening exercises to relieve and prevent lower back pain
Lower back pain is a common medical problem, affecting millions of people worldwide. Stretching and strengthening exercises may help prevent episodes of low back pain. Exercising while experiencing low back pain can also help, but requires a slow and cautious approach.