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Amenorrhea

Amenorrhea is the absence of menstrual periods.

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Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury

An ACL injury occurs when the anterior cruciate ligament tears, often as a result of cutting and pivoting during sports.

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Bursitis

Bursitis happens when one or more bursae become irritated and swollen, usually through overuse or injury.

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Concussions

A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury caused by a rapid acceleration of the brain.

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Female Athletes and Menstruation

Research shows that athletic performance stays about the same during menstruation.

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Fractures

A fracture is a break in the bone that occurs when more force is applied to the bone than the bone can withstand.

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Hip Dysplasia

Hip dysplasia occurs when the hip joint has not developed properly and the socket (acetabulum) is too shallow.

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Hip Impingement

Hip impingement is a common cause of hip pain caused by abnormal bone development in the hip joint.

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Overuse Injuries

Overuse injuries are sports-related microtraumas that result from repetitively using the same parts of the body.

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REDs

Relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S) happens when athletes do not get enough fuel through food to support the energy demands of their daily lives and training.

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Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis

Spondylolysis is a stress fracture in the lower back. If left untreated, it can progress to spondylolisthesis, where vertebra, weakened by fracture, slips out of alignment with the rest of...

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Sprains and Strains

Sprains are ligament injuries resulting from wrenching or twisting a joint. Strains are injuries to a muscle or tendon.

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Stress Fractures

A stress fracture is a tiny crack that forms in the bone, usually as a result of overuse or repetitive, stress-bearing motions.

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Torn Meniscus

A torn meniscus can happen during any activity in which the knee is compressed or forcefully twisted or rotated.

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