MedStar Health Blog

In any sport, the act of swinging creates an eccentric contraction. Essentially, the muscle actively contracts, but the mechanics of the swing force it to stretch, even as it attempts to contract. A...

As many of us are spending our days at home, finding new ways to exercise is increasingly important, especially with gyms and fitness centers being closed. Running is a great option for staying physic...

Sean Kimerling was a successful New York TV sportscaster and a lifelong athlete.  When he started to experience unexplained back pain, it was chalked up to an old sports injury. But the pain got worse...

Whether playing indoors at the gym or outdoors on the asphalt, basketball-minded weekend warriors must be sure to take proper care of their feet and ankles. What Are the Top Three Basketball Foot and ...

It’s summer time—meaning a number of sports’ seasons, such as baseball and soccer, are in full swing. And for those who don’t play organized sports, the warm weather prov...

Millions of people experience ankle fractures (broken ankles) each year—but not all ankle fractures are the same. In fact, an ankle fracture can range from a small avulsion fragment, to a ...