Camilla Biagini is a journalist based in Pisa, Italy. She has a degree in philosophy (University of Pisa - 110/110 cum laude).

Vertebral Fracture, Healing Times and Useful Information

01 Oct 2023  |  Runner's World  |  Italian  |  Sports Medicine

Vertebral fractures, common among athletes but possible in various activities, require careful management. Stress fractures in runners can result from increased training, lack of rest, or worn-out shoes, while other fractures may occur due to falls or accidents. Symptoms can be mild, leading to delayed diagnosis and worsening conditions. Medical advice is crucial even for minor pain. Post-fracture, avoiding heavy loads and maintaining leg movement is essential. Modern surgical techniques have reduced recovery times, allowing patients to resume daily activities within a week, though full recovery varies based on injury severity, affected vertebra, age, and overall health.

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Jessica Brown is a freelance journalist and copywriter based in London. 

She writes about sustainability, social and cultural issues, health, food and science, and has bylines at the BBC, Guardian, The Sunday Times, Independent, Big Issue, Vice and more. 

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Former patient taking on B.A.A. 10K to help other athletes

01 Oct 2023  |  www.wcvb.com  |  English  |  Sports Medicine

Olivia Gordon, a former competitive dancer who recovered from a hip injury with the help of Dr. Elizabeth Matzkin at Women's Sports Medicine at Mass General Brigham, is now participating in the B.A.A. 10K as part of Team Bone to Run. The team, which has grown to over 30 runners since its inception in 2016, raises funds for medical research. Olivia, now a pre-med student at Boston University, is contributing to this research, emphasizing the personal impact it has had on her life. The team has raised over $9,500 to date, aiming to support further advancements in sports medicine.

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Laurel Chor is a freelance photographer, writer and filmmaker based in Hong Kong. She was most recently the Asia reporter/producer for VICE News Tonight on HBO, where her film about Chinese migrant workers won an Overseas Press Club of America award in 2019. Before that, she was the Managing Editor ...

Acupuncture for athletes: clinic uses Chinese medicine on sports injuries, with some inside knowledge

01 Jun 2019  |  South China Morning Post  |  English  |  Sports Medicine

Cheng, a former rugby player for Hong Kong and a practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), uses acupuncture and cupping to treat sports injuries. Her clinic, popular among national athletes, combines TCM with Western medical techniques. Cheng's treatments have helped athletes like Shirley Porbo and a former British Royal Marines captain. She aims to help athletes achieve their goals and aspires to treat Olympians. The article highlights the growing acceptance of TCM in sports medicine, contrasting it with Western approaches.

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Megan Clement is a journalist and editor specialising in gender, human rights, cities, international development and social policy. She also writes about Paris, where she has lived since 2015. Her reporting has appeared in The Guardian, The Sydney Morning Herald, Bloomberg, Al Jazeera, The New ...

The injury gap: why women are more likely to tear their ACL

14 Aug 2023  |  impact.substack.com  |  English  |  Sports Medicine

Women football players are three times more likely to suffer ACL injuries than men, a disparity that Katrine Okholm Kryger, an associate professor in sports rehabilitation at St Mary’s University, attributes to a variety of factors. These include differences in training, environment, and equipment, such as football boots not being designed for women's different foot shapes and needs. Kryger emphasizes the importance of injury prevention training, which can reduce ACL injury risk by 60%. She also highlights the need for better support staff and conditions for women's football. Despite the challenges, Kryger remains motivated by the positive changes and support for women's football.

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I am a freelance TV reporter, video journalist and photographer with 13 years of experience. I have worked all over the world; in 2014 I reported from 15 different countries, from Gaza to Ukraine to Brazil for the World Cup.

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Is It Time We Better Understood the Tests We are Using for Return to Sport Decision Making Following ACL Reconstruction? A Critical Review of the Hop Tests

01 Mar 2020  |  www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov  |  English  |  Sports Medicine

The article critically reviews the use of hop tests for determining readiness to return to sport following ACL reconstruction. Despite good reliability and sensitivity to change over time, the use of more than two hop tests does not appear necessary due to high collinearity and no greater sensitivity to detect abnormalities. The inclusion of other hop tests in different planes may provide more comprehensive information about knee function. Recommendations include testing the contralateral limb prior to surgery for a relevant benchmark and measuring movement quality, as hop distance alone may overestimate knee recovery. The article emphasizes the need for a more informed approach to return-to-sport decision-making post-ACL reconstruction.

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Ruby Deevoy is a natural health and wellbeing journalist who specialises in cannabis, CBD and psychedelics.

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For rugby star Rory Lamont, psychedelics were 'life-changing'

05 Apr 2023  |  Yahoo Sports  |  English  |  Sports Medicine

Rory Lamont, a former international rugby player, shares his transformative experience with psychedelics, particularly iboga, which he sought out after struggling with the physical and mental toll of his sports career. After retiring due to a severe injury and feeling suicidal, Lamont found healing through psychedelic therapy in Costa Rica. His experience led him to re-evaluate his life, eventually setting up a retreat in Scotland called CAIM, aimed at helping others through drug-free trauma release. Lamont is now an ambassador for Heroic Hearts, an organisation supporting individuals with mental trauma, and advocates for the therapeutic use of psychedelics, which have been gaining recognition in the medical community.

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Jiang Yu is a journalist & producer based in Uppsala, Sweden. The podcast program he produced and hosted won a SOPA award  (Excellence in Audio Reporting 2024) for ****. He also did live text reports on the death of Queen Elizabeth in London in 2022 and video reports on the Russian-Ukrainian war in ...

Computer-assisted reconstruction of severe bone defects in adult players

26 May 2023  |  Dialnet  |  Spanish  |  Sports Medicine

A retrospective study focused on the application of computer simulation in reconstructing severe bone defects in adult players with fibrous dysplasia. Conducted between August 2017 and December 2020, the study analyzed clinical histories of nine patients. The method involved importing imaging data to reconstruct models of affected limbs, allowing precise identification of lesion locations for curettage, bone graft calculations, and internal fixation comparisons. Results indicated that this method could shorten surgery time, minimize intraoperative trauma, and improve bone reconstruction efficacy. Despite complications in two patients, the technique shows promise in treating severe bone defects in adults, especially in sports contexts.

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Suryanshi is a journalist based in New Delhi, India.

Why India’s retired domestic women cricketers are left out of BCCI pension scheme

05 Apr 2023  |  ThePrint  |  English  |  Doping in Sports

The article discusses the persistent issue of doping in Indian sports, highlighting India's ranking as the third-highest in the world for anti-doping rule violations according to WADA's 2019 report. It outlines the history of doping in Indian sports, the establishment of NADA, and the challenges faced in combating doping, such as low testing rates, lack of awareness, and insufficiently stringent laws. The article also covers the roles of various stakeholders, including athletes, coaches, and supplement suppliers, in the doping ecosystem. It mentions specific cases of Indian athletes who have faced bans due to doping violations and discusses the legislative efforts to combat doping, including the National Anti-Doping Bill, 2021. The article emphasizes the need for targeted testing, stringent laws, and increased awareness to effectively tackle the doping menace in Indian sports.

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JAMES RAY is a film maker based in London, United Kingdom.

Pickleball Injuries: What You Need to Know

01 Sept 2023  |  swfhealthandwellness.com  |  English  |  Sports Medicine

Pickleball, like most racket sports, can lead to both traumatic and overuse injuries. Precautions such as warming up, stretching, and maintaining court safety can reduce injury risks. Common injuries include strains, sprains, and fractures, with recovery times varying based on severity. Dr. James M. Ray, an orthopedic surgeon, emphasizes the importance of proper recovery before returning to play and offers services at Naples-Clinic for treating acute and chronic pickleball injuries.

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Diarmuid Sherry is a journalist based in Ciudad Real, Spain. I have also been in Kyrgyzstan, North America and South America. I am currently looking to build up a modernised portfolio and am looking for credit rather than payments. I have previously worked for Irish-boxing.com. My Whatsapp is ******...

Collinstown-based Olympic CMO attends Centenary Ball

10 Nov 2023  |  Westmeath Topic  |  English  |  Sports Medicine

Dr. Jim O’Donovan, Chief Medical Officer of the Irish Olympic team, attended the Team Ireland Centenary Olympic Ball, celebrating 100 years of Irish Olympic history. He shared his experiences and responsibilities, highlighting the privilege of working with top athletes. O’Donovan has been part of the team since 2016 and oversees medical care for athletes, emphasizing the importance of his role during events like the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Olympics. The event was attended by notable athletes, and O’Donovan expressed pride in witnessing historic achievements by Irish athletes.

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David Taylor is a journalist based in London, United Kingdom. He is formerly Assistant Editor of The City Magazine and Contributing Editor of Canary Wharf Magazine, and is now available for a wide range of briefs across the lifestyle sector, especially food and drink, style and travel.

How do data scientists fit as a critical member of integrated support teams?

01 Jan 2021  |  bjsm.bmj.com  |  English  |  Sports Medicine

The demand for data scientists in sports organizations is increasing due to technological advances and the influx of data. Data scientists, regardless of their specific titles, are responsible for tasks such as athlete monitoring, data collection tool development, performance analysis, and epidemiological reporting. They build data infrastructures and provide decision-support systems that enhance decision-making across departments. The literature has yet to clearly define how these professionals integrate within support teams.

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