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Greek Mythology Isn't the Only Place to Have Achilles Problems

Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano | Posted 05.19.2012

Read More: Www.SportsMd.Com, Achilles Tendon, Ryan Howard, Tiger Woods, Sports Injuries, Personal Health, Achilles Rupture, Rupture Achilles Tendon, Pain Achilles Tendon, Achilles Pain, Achilles Tendon Injury, Sports Injury, Sports Medicine, Healthy Living News
Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano

Achilles' tendon problems aren't limited to Greek mythology. They affect thousands of athletes every year, even those at the highest level. These injuries must be treated quickly and appropriately or they can severely hinder performance.

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Basketball Season Changed by ACL Tears

Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Www.SportsMd.Com, Anterior-Cruciate-Ligament, ACL Tear, Washington Wizards, Knee Injury, Robbie-Hummel-Injured, Josh Howard, Purdue Basketball, Robbie-Hummel-Knee, Sports Medicine, Sports News
Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano

The Wizards' star Josh Howard and Purdue's forward Robbie Hummel tore their ACLs a few weeks ago on the court, ending their season and potentially changing the fate of their teams' title hopes.

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ACL Tears Are All Too Common During Skiing

Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Www.SportsMd.Com, Winter Olympics 2010, www.hss.edu, ACL Tear, Sports News
Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano

To make a long story short, skiing without an ACL is certainly possible, but a decision that must be made with a careful understanding of the risk and benefits.

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Super Bowl May Hinge On Ankle....

Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Www.SportsMd.Com, www.hss.edu, Superbowl, Ankle Sprain, Dwight Freeney, Sports News
Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano

We are all closely watching the recovery of Defensive End Dwight Freeney in anticipation of the competitive New Orleans Saints and Indianapolis Colts Superbowl Showdown.

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New Treatments for Hip Pain

Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Www.SportsMd.Com, Hip Pain, Hip Arthroscopy, www.hss.edu, Alex Rodriguez, Labrum, Sports News
Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano

We are seeing more and more professional athletes seeking treatment of disabling hip pain, recently including the likes of Kurt Warner and Alex Rodriguez.

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Fractured Kneecap Ends Basketball Season

Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Www.SportsMd.Com, Patella Fracture, Basketball, www.hss.edu, Blake Griffin, Los Angeles Clippers, Nba, Sports News
Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano

Power forward Blake Griffin, the number #1 NBA draft pick and consensus college player of the year, has suffered a fracture of his kneecap, which will require season-ending surgery.

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Pain in the Foot Makes Playing Football Difficult

Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Plantar Fasciitis, Eli Manning, Sports Injuries, Football-Injuries, Football, Www.SportsMd.Com, Healthy Living News
Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano

As many as 2 million Americans are affected by plantar fasciitis each year, making it a problem that affects both competitive and recreational athletes alike.

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Triceps Tendon Tears -- A Rare But Serious Injury

Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Triceps Tendon, Www.SportsMd.Com, Hospital for Special Surgery, Sports News
Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano

While triceps ruptures are relatively common, they are devastating injuries for athletes when they are missed and go untreated.

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If Your First Step Is Painful...

Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Heel Pain, Eli Manning, Www.SportsMd.Com, Plantar-Fasciitis, New York News
Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano

Eli Manning's right heel injury reminds us of a common problem that affects athletes, both competitive and recreational alike - plantar fasciitis.

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Achilles Tendon Tears Can End a Season Quickly

Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Achilles Tendon, Football Injuries, Reggie Kelly, Www.SportsMd.Com, Healthy Living News
Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano

The Cincinnati Bengals' tight end, Reggie Kelly, suffered an Achilles tendon rupture at the beginning of training camp, which meant that his 2009 season was over before it began.

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