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  • July 24, 2018

    By MedStar Team

    The number of first-time total knee replacements, also known as arthroplasties, is expected to grow by 673 percent, reaching 3.48 million procedures by 2030, according to a study published by t...

    The number of first-time total knee replacements, also known as arthroplasties, is expected to grow by 673 percent, reaching 3.48 million procedures by 2030, according to a study published by t...

  • July 23, 2018

    By Josh Billings, PT, MPT

    Research shows that running is a great way to reduce stress, stay in shape, and lose weight. But, as many both new and experienced runners know, it can also come with its fair share of running injurie...

    Research shows that running is a great way to reduce stress, stay in shape, and lose weight. But, as many both new and experienced runners know, it can also come with its fair share of running injurie...

  • April 17, 2018

    By MedStar Team

    In 2017, a long list of NFL players tore their anterior cruciate ligaments (ACL), and several were forced to sit out the entire 2017-2018 season. Some high-profile players who were injured incl...

    In 2017, a long list of NFL players tore their anterior cruciate ligaments (ACL), and several were forced to sit out the entire 2017-2018 season. Some high-profile players who were injured incl...

  • December 12, 2017

    By MedStar Health

    Dominic Nwanji has loved playing basketball since he was a child. “It means everything to me,” says the 28-year-old. “When I play, any stress, concerns, deadlines or anything going on in my life take...

    Dominic Nwanji has loved playing basketball since he was a child. “It means everything to me,” says the 28-year-old. “When I play, any stress, concerns, deadlines or anything going on in my life take...

  • October 24, 2017

    By MedStar Health

    Concussion therapists like Carissa Colangelo, MS, LAT, have special treatments and specific exercises to help an athlete return to normal after an injury. Athletic Trainers Play a Key Role in Prevent...

    Concussion therapists like Carissa Colangelo, MS, LAT, have special treatments and specific exercises to help an athlete return to normal after an injury. Athletic Trainers Play a Key Role in Prevent...

  • Dr Leigh Ann Curl is an orthopedic specialist for the Baltimore Orioles.
    October 10, 2017

    By MedStar Health

    Dr. Curl serves as assistant team physician for the Baltimore Orioles. When an athlete becomes injured, the first question their physician often hears is “how long will it be until I can get back out...

    Dr. Curl serves as assistant team physician for the Baltimore Orioles. When an athlete becomes injured, the first question their physician often hears is “how long will it be until I can get back out...