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  • Runner's Knee Explained: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

    Runner's knee, or patellofemoral pain (PFP) syndrome, causes pain around and behind your kneecap from repeated knee movements. It commonly affects runners who frequently stress their knees. Overuse is one of the most common causes of runner's knee, such as bending your legs while running.

    Source: health

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  • Q&A: How do you reduce and prevent injuries in soccer?

    The world's most popular game—football to most, soccer to some—can take a heavy physical toll on players. Given the massive number of male and female players lacing up their cleats, there has been a surprising dearth of research around the incidence of injuries and ways to prevent them on and off the pitch.

    Source: Medical Xpress

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  • Association Between Surgical Timing and Clinical Outcomes in Elbow Fracture Management

    Elbow fractures, including distal humerus, radial head and neck, and olecranon injuries, pose significant surgical challenges due to complex anatomy and the high risk of postoperative stiffness. Early fixation has been advocated to restore alignment and enable early mobilization, but concerns regarding soft tissue readiness and patient optimization often delay intervention. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of early (48 hours) and delayed (48 hours-14 days) surgical fixation on functional outcomes and postoperative complications following elbow fractures.

    Source: Cureus

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  • 8 Causes of Collarbone Pain

    Collarbone fractures are very common, accounting for 5% to 10% of all bone breaks. This type of injury often results from a fall in which you land on your arm or shoulder. It can also happen if you get into an accident, like a car crash.

    Source: Verywell Health

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  • Treatment Options for Calcific Tendonitis of the Shoulder

    Calcific tendonitis is a common source of shoulder pain and can be a frustration given the severity of pain and the duration of symptoms. However, the news is not all bad. On a positive note, the vast majority of patients do find relief with nonsurgical treatments for this condition.

    Source: Verywell Health

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