Orthopedics
Adam Thielen: Football camp impacts youth
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Achilles rupture: Evolving treatment with Sanford Health
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A foundation for strong bones
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podcasts
Managing joint pain and treatments: Podcast
"A lot of times the patient says, 'I wish I would have done this earlier'"
Running/triathlon training: Podcast
Running outdoors and training for a triathlon takes plenty of hard work and commitment to training. In this program, experts from the Sanford Wellness Center, Meghan Glover, personal trainer and Kathy Grady, triathlon coach, discuss helpful tips in training for outdoor running and to start you on the right road to signing up and completing your […]
Concussions and sports medicine: Podcast
In the competitive world of athletics, the quest to go faster and jump higher makes athletes perform at a level never-before thought of. At these levels, athletes can be at increased risks for injury and concussions. Sanford Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is one of the largest providers of sports medicine expert care to athletes and teams. Concussions […]
The science of improving your golf game: Podcast
Golf is a game of complex movements, and resulting golf injuries can be very complex to identify. These injuries may keep you from returning to the game and may affect other areas of your life as well. The Sanford POWER Golf Academy is a collaborative program that leverages golf experts with expertise in sports physical […]
Back and neck pain causes and cures: Podcast
If your back or neck has caused you pain, you’re not alone. “Research has shown that 70 to 80 percent of us will experience it at some point in our life,” said Tom Boetel, D.O., of the Sanford Spine Center. “One of the challenges of back pain is for a lot of people it is […]
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Athletic trainers: In the background but watching
From weekend warriors to professional athletes, athletic trainers provide insight, guidance and encouragement.
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Partnership expands Sanford Health’s athletic care to MSU
Sanford Health now handles orthopedics and sports medicine care for 14 colleges.
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Start slowly when beginning winter activities
From the ski slope to the ice fishing pond, there is an activity for everyone.
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Sanford Health breaks ground on new clinic at sports complex
Sioux Falls building will also house The Summit League headquarters.
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Strength and conditioning: Reaching your potential
A complete strength and conditioning workout program includes several components.
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Bird hunting on land and water can be hazardous
'Nothing will kill a hunting trip quicker than going to the emergency room with a heart attack.'
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The big picture: A photographer’s joint replacement journey
Chuck Taylor logged many miles in search of the perfect photograph until knee pain accompanied the click of the camera shutter.
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Marathon tapering: Tips from a veteran runner
Relentless forward motion with a bit of gratitude will get you to the finish line. And try not to sabotage yourself.
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Common foot problems in working people
Your feet shouldn’t hurt. If they do, something is not right.
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Five ways to reduce over-striding
Over-striding is a common running mistake seen in distance runners. This running fault (image 1 below) occurs when an athlete makes contact with the ground too far in front of their center of gravity, which increases shock and decreases performance. Ideal initial contact should occur under a runner’s center of gravity (image 2 below) and […]
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Senior Services
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- McCarron and Tanigawa return to Sanford International
- NBA great Bill Walton talks basketball, injury, inspiration
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- Legends partners with nonprofit to help military families
- Olympic hockey player Gigi Marvin aims to inspire girls
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Women's
- A healthy life: Advice for women from their 20s to their 80s
- Sanford Health Birth Center and NICU expanding in Bismarck
- Being pregnant with twins pushed aside my tendency to plan
- I Became a Mom: Ashley Stevens and firstborn Bexley
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