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Tibial Tendon Injury?

Leg pain in runners is frustrating. Working with a sports medicine specialist to obtain a good exam, history of the problem, and possible imaging will usually diagnose the problem, and guide you to a thorough and speedy recovery. http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/cms/article-detail.asp?articleid=2722

Diagnosing Heel Pain

Heel pain can be a number of things. Plantar fasciitis and calcaneal bursitis are two possible, yet distinct entities. This article is a discussion of the differences and how sports medicine providers figure it out, and manage the problems. http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/cms/article-detail.asp?articleid=2695

Ruptured Tympanic Membrane

Ear infections in swimming sports can be mild or serious. Ruptured tympanic membranes occur at times and management is important. http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/cms/article-detail.asp?articleid=2664

Physicians in the mountains: using rescue skills in real environments

Denali National Park Service Rescue Patrol: Technical Skills Provided- Backcountry Alaska range climbing and route maintenance with the Denali National Park Service climbing ranger patrol http://wildernessmedicinemagazine.com/1080/Denali-National-Park-Service-Rescue-Patrol

Diploma in Mountain Medicine (DiMM): Medical eduction for healthcare professionals in mountain environments

DiMM Doctor: Climbing the Education Mountain- Physician Education in mountain rescue skills. Perfect for active climbers and those experienced in the mountains wishing to refine skills for personal safety and backcountry emergencies. http://wildernessmedicinemagazine.com/1001/DiMM-Doctor-Climbing-the-Education-Mountain

A Patient’s Request for Steroids to Enhance Participation in Wilderness Sport and Adventure

Controversies exist for high altitude mountaineering. There can be a fine line between prevention and management of altitude illness and sports performance. Understanding the pathophysiology of altitude illness, medication pharmacology, and an individual's personal health profile & goals are integral components of understanding the issue. http://journalofethics.ama-assn.org/2014/07/ecas2-1407.html

Giving up on cycling: Concussion

Concussion can occur in many sports, not just cycling. It's important to recognize the signs/symptoms so you can appropriately recover. http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/cms/article-detail.asp?articleid=2134