Orthopedics/Sports - August 2021 Archives

Running is a great way for kids to get active and participate in sports. Cross country and track are two of the most popular sports ...

In recent years, there's been an explosion in high-intensity interval training as the new way for people to get fit and lose weight. With that ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I have bad shoulder pain and have been told that I need a shoulder replacement. I have heard shoulder replacement is painful and ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: A friend and I were talking about the risks of swimming and water safety for young children. I have a toddler and a ...

Swimming is often touted as a great workout for all ages, offering benefits not only for the body, but also for the mind. As a ...

A well-rounded fitness routine contains several elements, including aerobic fitness, core exercises, balance training, and flexibility and stretching. The fifth element is strength training. Strength training can be ...

ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic Orthopedics and Sports Medicine will provide a Saturday morning injury clinic for Rochester-area middle school, high school and college athletes ...

Common sports injuries like ligament tears or sprains can sideline athletes for weeks or even months. Often it can seem like elite athletes bounce back ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Like many people, I am now working at home. Unfortunately, with my schedule, I have not been able to work out regularly, outside ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I am 48, and I have been playing tennis for years. I also swim regularly. Recently, I have been experiencing pain in my ...

It's inspiring to watch the best athletes in the world compete for the gold. Unlike Olympians, most people aren't battling for the title of best ...

You know exercise is important, but what about stretching? If you think it's not as important as the rest of your exercise program, think again. ...