Before you hit the slopes this season, be aware that ski and snowboard injuries are relatively common. You can limit your ...

Background: Although snowboarding is already established as an Olympic sport, it is still a developing sport, with new disciplines, more demanding snow installations, and spectacular tricks. A recent ...

Background In a previous study, we concluded that a safety helmet can reduce the risk for head injury by 60%. Other studies reported similar effects, resulting in a general recommendation to wear a ...

The “Sugarbush Study” started in 1971 and is today one of the largest studies ever done on ski and snowboard injuries. In Shealy’s words, “It was only by the use of the Sugarbush Study ...

"Snowboarding is a little different than skiing," said Dr. Michael Staebler, also a sports injury physician at University Orthopedics. Snowboarding is his sport of choice. HEALTH CHECK ...

Slippery sidewalks, icy driveways, and physically demanding tasks like shoveling snow can lead to sprains, fractures, and ...

Its winter sports season and New England residents are known to enjoy skiing and snowboarding. However, there are dangers ...

preventing an injury to the lower back, and helps maintain a good ski position. Hip Strength: Having strong hip muscles can help with the balancing of skiing and snowboarding. They play a vital ...