Back to the Beam: A Young Gymnast’s Comeback After Elbow Surgery
With expert care from Ochsner Sports Medicine Institute, elite teen gymnast returns to competition just five weeks after surgery.
Youth Baseball Training Tips for Injury Prevention
Baseball players who focus on year-round training can reach peak performance at the most important competition time of the year, and prevent injury.
How to Choose the Right Pair of Running Shoes
Find the best running shoes for your feet, goals and surfaces. Learn how fit, support and features help prevent injury and improve performance.
Ochsner and Louisiana High School Athletic Association: A Winning Team
Through an exclusive partnership, Ochsner provides healthcare training and education for members of the Louisiana High School Athletic Association.
6 Tips for Preventing Sport Injuries in Young Athletes
Student athletes practice or play games at high exercise intensity levels, putting them at an increased risk for sports injury. Learn how to prevent them.
LSU Golden Girl's Inspiring Journey From a Torn ACL to Saturdays in Tiger Stadium
Ever since she started going to games in Tiger Stadium as a little girl, Lauren Aguillard of Prairieville, Louisiana, dreamed of becoming an LSU Golden Girl one day. A torn ACL at the beginning of her senior year of high school nearly derailed that dream, but the steady hand of Jeremy Burnham, MD, and Lauren’s fierce determination helped her finally accomplish her lifelong goal.
How Important is Mental Health for Student Athletes?
Student athlete mental health is just as important as physical health. Learn how to help them cope with the pressure to perform.
Common Running Injuries: 10 Stretches to Help You Heal
Running is great for your health, but too much of a good thing can sometimes lead to an injury. Get a leg up on your next race with these tips from our sports and orthopedic physical therapists.
Who Should See a Sports Medicine Specialist?
Sports medicine specialists treat injuries sustained in all levels of physical activity by athletes and active adults of all ages.
How to Train Like an Olympic Swimmer
Swimming is a fantastic exercise for swimmers of all abilities. It gets your heart rate up, is low impact on the body and targets many different muscle groups.
Baseball Pitching Tips: How to Keep Your Arm Healthy
There are several ways to perfect the mechanics of your pitch and keep your throwing arm healthy.
What is Orthobiologic Therapy?
Some ligamentous and tendinous injuries require surgery, but many injuries can be managed conservatively using orthobiologics.
4 Things To Know About Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis is a common condition that causes pain to the heel area of the foot. Here are four things to know about this condition, including treatment options.
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