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What is an ACL Injury?

What Is An ACL Injury
What is an ACL injury? An ACL injury is a sprain or tear of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) -- a strong band of tissue that helps connect the femur (thigh bone) to the tibia (shinbone). Usually, ACL injuries occur while engaging in sports that involve sudden stops/changes in direction, and jumping or landing, such... Read More
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Hamstring Injury Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

Hamstring Injury Symptoms
What is a hamstring injury? A hamstring injury occurs when a person strains or pulls one of the hamstring muscles – a group of 3 muscles which run along the back of the thigh (from the hip to just below the knee). The hamstring muscles make it possible to contract the leg and bend the... Read More
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What Are the Most Common Sports Injuries?

Common Sports Injuries
Whether you are a weekend warrior or a highly-trained athlete, there is always that chance of getting injured. Unfortunately, when injuries do happen, it can be difficult to know what you’ve tweaked and how to treat it. In this article, we will count down the most common sports injuries, along with causes, treatments, and recovery... Read More