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Orthopedic Care for High School Baseball Athletes
Baseball is a popular sport for high school athletes, but the physical demands of the game can lead to injuries. Some of the most frequent injuries include shoulder issues, such as rotator cuff strains and labral tears, caused by repetitive throwing. Elbow problems, like ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injuries, are common in pitchers due to the stress of frequent pitching.
Cartilage Tears and Work-Related Injuries
Why Cartilage Tears and Work-Related Injuries Need to Be Diagnosed & Treated Many people work in demanding jobs where there’s a higher risk of injury to knees and elbows. You may have suffered an injury that you’re trying to ignore. You’re back at work, but the injury is lingering. It’s important to have cartilage tears and other work-related injuries properly diagnosed, so your physician can recommend a proper treatment plan. Treatment will help your injury to heal and prevent it from flaring up in the future. Plus, you’re entitled to workers’ compensation insurance while you recover. What is a Cartilage …
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The most common site of tendon injuries is in the ankle, knee, or elbow joints. A tendon injury affects the touch fibers that connect muscles to bones. One of the larger tendons is called the Achilles tendon. This connects the calf muscle to the heel bone. Tendon injuries most commonly occur near the joints. The shoulders can also be affected. While it may appear that a tendon injury may suddenly occur, they’re usually the result of smaller tears to the tendon that have occurred over time.
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