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sports medicine

‘Exercise is so important’

45th annual Amway River Bank Run packs the streets in downtown Grand Rapids.

Muscle maintenance 101

Learn how to care for your muscles before, during and after a workout.

5 things to do today to prep for golf season

From swinging in the garage to proper weight training, these expert-approved tips will set you up for the healthiest and best summer yet.

5 habits for effective exercise

How you shape your diet, lifestyle and daily routines can determine if you're in it for the long haul.

The joy of rest

You need regular breaks in your workout routine so your body can heal, rebuild and grow stronger.

‘We are back’

Amway River Bank Run takes to the streets again.

Patient Story

‘My best running self’

Sidelined by a stress fracture, River Bank Run road warrior Laura Traxler embraces help from sports medicine specialists.

Powdered supplement? Be cautious

There’s no proven benefit to dry scooping—so don't try it, doctors say.

Patient Story

A painful pop

When a 14-year-old injured her knee playing softball, surgery and physical therapy helped her on the path back to playing sports.

Arthritis: Not an endgame for exercise

A sports medicine doctor shares his top tips for managing the condition and staying active.

Shake up your running routine

Training for a race? Follow these 5 tips to prevent boredom and make your exercise more effective.

Patient Story

‘The best thing ever’

After struggling for years to tackle basic tasks, this Michigan woman is back to hiking, golfing and water sports—all thanks to joint replacement surgery.