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Intersection Syndrome

WEBIntersection syndrome is an overuse injury similar to De Quervain’s tenosynovitis and is characterized by irritation and swelling of the back side or radial side (the side of the …

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Patellofemoral Syndrome

WEBThis pain is located in the front of the knee and is noticed most frequently when a person is going up or down stairs. The true source of pain in patellofemoral syndrome is debated. …

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Shoulder Separation Tips

WEBA shoulder separation is an injury to the acromioclavicular (AC) joint, which is located at the end of the collar bone (clavicle) on top of the shoulder. They are also called AC sprains …

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Patellar and Quadriceps Tendon Ruptures

WEBRuptures usually occur when the quadriceps muscle contracts forcefully while the knee is bent. The patellar tendon is more likely to rupture in athletes under age 40, while …

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Achilles Tendon Rupture Tip Sheet

WEBAn Achilles tendon rupture involves a complete tear of the tendon on the back of the ankle. It occurs most commonly in patients who are in their 30s to 40s but can happen at any …

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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain

WEBThe MCL is located on the inner side of the knee, and it prevents the knee from collapsing inward. MCL sprains are very common, especially in sports that require quick side-to …

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NBA, USA Basketball Announce First-Ever Youth …

WEBThe announcement tips off the second annual Jr. NBA Week (Oct. 17-25), during which all 30 NBA teams celebrate youth basketball by hosting clinics and events in their …

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Ulnar-sided Wrist Injuries

WEBWrist pain can result from injuries, repetitive overuse, and long-term conditions. Common causes of pain on the pinkie-side (“ulnar” side) of the wrist are: wrist meniscus injuries of …

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5 Questions About Knee Arthritis

WEB2. What are some basic things that I can do to help my knees? Weight loss is very important. Any weight that you lose can make a difference, as you will be putting less …

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De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis

WEBDe Quervain’s Tenosynovitis is an overuse injury characterized by thickening and swelling of the tendons that run from the base of the thumb into the wrist and forearm. The …

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Osgood-Schlatter Disease

WEBOsgood-Schlatter disease refers to a condition occurring during adolescence that causes pain, swelling and soreness on an area of the upper shinbone, just below the knee, …

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Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries

WEBAn ACL sprain occurs when there is damage to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), a major knee ligament that is located inside the knee. The ACL is the main stabilizing …

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Nets Jr. NBA Clinic

WEBNets Jr. NBA Clinic. The Brooklyn Nets Shane Larkin, Donald Sloan, Ryan Boatright, Markel Brown, Sergey Karasev, Rondae Hollis-Jefferson, Quincy Miller, Thomas Robinson, …

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Jr. NBA Practice Plans

WEBJr. NBA Experts recommend spending the below percentages of time listed below on each key area of practice.

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Next Level Mentality

WEBNEXT LEVEL MENTALITY is a content series dedicated to helping kids stay active and healthy while also learning the importance of mind-body connection and improving their …

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How to Dribble a Basketball

WEBExtend your arm and snap your wrists to send the ball into the ground. Use your fingers, not your palm, to control the ball. Do not bounce the ball too high while dribbling. That will …

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NBA announces first-of-its-kind strategic partnership with NEX …

WEBNEW YORK – The National Basketball Association (NBA) today announced a strategic partnership and equity stake with NEX Team Inc., a leading mobile artificial …

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Jr. NBA Coaches Corner Podcast: Season 3

WEBEach episode highlights a diverse group of coaches from all levels of the game to discuss philosophy, tactics, skill development, situational play, and more. Episode 2. Host …

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