Football is an intensive sport that provides competition and fun for children and adults. However, it also comes with its own set of possible injuries like any other physical activity. Many of its injuries involve the lower extremities because the sport relies heavily on the legs. By understanding these common football injuries, you can know
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Anatomy of a Sports Injury
If you push your body too hard during sports or exercise, you risk a sports injury. A sports injury involves damage to the musculoskeletal system. This body system, which consists of bones, muscles, and various types of connective tissues, provides the main framework for the body. The more you know about what makes up your
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Sports injuries are common; they can happen to anyone, regardless of age or skill level. While sports injuries are preventable and it’s always best to know how to prevent them, there is no such thing as a foolproof preventive strategy. The most common sports injuries include sprains, strains, tendonitis, and fractures affecting the shoulder, knee,
Read MoreAre You Ready for Winter Sports?
For many people here in Maryland, winter sports are the highlight of their year. Whether you love skiing, ice skating, sledding, or snowboarding, wintertime fun is here! If you enjoy participating in winter sports, you’ve probably already prepared every piece of equipment you will need this season. But while you might have sharpened your skates
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