Extend your patient experience at Duke Sports Medicine with the information in these articles.

• Concussions and Athletes
  Concussions are common, but very serious, injuries in athletes. Learn the signs and symptoms of a concussion, when to seek medical attention, and what to expect during recovery.
• Eating for Performance
  Eating the right food at the right time can promote endurance and performance during a sporting event or game.
• Developing an Injury Prevention Program
  ACL tears are a common injury in young soccer players. Experts from Duke Sports Medicine's Outreach Soccer Program give tips on how to strengthen your body and avoid these crippling injuries.
• Fluid Replacement for Athletes
  Learn the type of fluids to drink and how much to drink when playing sports.
• High-Risk Injuries in Soccer Players
  A number of factors can put an athlete at higher risk for an injury. Understanding these risk factors can help you avoid injury and continue competing.
• Injury Recovery: The RICE Principle
  Practicing the RICE principle for minor injuries will speed recovery and get you back in the game faster.
• Off-Season Training for Soccer
  Learn how to stay game-ready during the off-season.
• Soccer Resources
  Duke sports medicine stands out not only for the level of expertise of its specialists, but for the level of specialization -- with experts who focus on soccer sports medicine.
• Flexible Running Schedule Helps Prevent Injuries
  Marathon training requires a pretty strict schedule. If you’re a mom, however, time is not always on your side.
• Planning Ahead Will Prepare You for Race Day
  With so much time and effort invested in your training, you’ll want to do everything you can to ensure your race day goes smooth as well. We’ve got you covered with some essential DOs and DON’Ts.