Sports Injuries Directory
Sports injuries can happen to anyone. Most people have experienced minor injuries, such as an ankle sprain or a pulled muscle. Some injuries, such as tennis elbow, are due to overuse. Others, such as a concussion, are due to trauma. Some causes of sports injuries may be faulty equipment, improper warming up, or trying to increase your activity level too quickly. There are many other causes of injuries. Rest and ice may be sufficient treatment for minor injuries, but when in doubt, see your doctor. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how sports injuries are caused, what they look like, how to treat them, and much more.
Medical Reference
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Finger Dislocation Treatment
Finger dislocation is a common injury. It occurs when the bones of the finger are moved (dislocated) from their normal position. Finger dislocation can occur in any of the joints ...
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Hamstring Strain Overview
A hamstring strain can be very painful. Find out how they're caused, diagnosed, treated, and prevented.
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Eye Safety and Sports
Learn about eye safety and sports from the experts at WebMD.
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Coma: Types, Causes, Treatments, Prognosis
WebMD explains various types of coma -- what causes them, how they are treated, and the prognosis for a person in a coma.
Features
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Prevent Common Sports Injuries
Tips to help you steer clear of sprains, strains, and tears.
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Banged Up and Bruised Boomers
Middle-aged Americans are catching the fitness fever -- and ending up in emergency rooms. How can you avoid joining them?
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Every Guy’s Guide to Healing Your Torn Knee Tendon
Los Angeles Angels Pitcher Garrett RIchards hit the field after a ruptured patellar tendon -- a rare injury for a baseball player. Learn about rehab and the long road back from this type of injury.
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UCL Tear and Tommy John Surgery: What You Need to Know
For a major-league pitcher, a torn elbow tendon means Tommy John surgery and a long stint in rehab.What's it like when it happens to a regular guy? Will you need surgery? What happens in rehab?
Video
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Fitness After Injury
Find out how Yolanda, a 56-year-old woman with knee and back problems, has overcome injuries to stay strong.
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Are You Exercising Too Much?
All those extra hours in the gym may be doing more harm than good.
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Take a Knee: How to Get Past an Accident
Sports docs talk about how to recover from an injury.
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The Long, Hard Road: Garrett Richards
Follow pro athlete Garrett Richards, on the road to healing.
Slideshows & Images
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Care for Bumps, Bruises, Sprains, and Strains
Need pain relief? Find out what to do if you’ve hit your head, sprained your ankle, or had a bruise, strain, or some other minor injury.
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Shoulder Human Anatomy: Image, Function, Parts, and More
WebMD's Shoulder Anatomy Page provides an image of the parts of the shoulder and describes its function, shoulder problems, and more.
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Knee (Human Anatomy): Images, Function, Ligaments, Muscles
WebMD's Knee Anatomy Page provides a detailed image and definition of the knee and its parts including ligaments, bones, and muscles.
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The 30-Minute Workout Routine
Think you don't have time to work out? You do! Intensity is key, especially if you don't have much time. Get moving with this 30 minute "quickie" routine that includes cardio and resistance training for each major muscle group.