Whether playing volleyball or doing martial arts, injuries are a painful, though inevitable, part of the sport. But not all injuries affect athletes the same way. Some are season-ending, or can be improved through physical therapy. Others affect more women than men and need complex surgical repair. Nevertheless, the best defense against such injuries is a bit of sports medicine.

Stretching limbs to the limit
Giving sports injuries a rest can help athletes keep an edge in competition in the long run.
Stefan Wojciechowski was practicing Wushu, a Chinese martial art, in China last year when he made a mistake and accidentally struck himself with his meteor hammer…
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Trainers and athletes build relationships for rehabilitation
Trainers help injured athletes through the emotionally and physically demanding ordeal of rehabilitation.
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Woman athletes more prone to ACL injuries
Lauren Carr, a member of UCLA’s club soccer team, was playing in her first game of the season when she felt her left knee pop.
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Internship offered in sports medicine
Program entails firsthand experience in treating UCLA athlete injuries, preparation for medical field.
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