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Sports injuries
Sports injuries are injuries that are caused by participation in a sporting event.
Various ailments can be specifically related to performing sports, sometimes even to specific sports. For example. "Runner's Knee " is generally associated with running. On the other hand, "Tennis Elbow" is a misnomer for a repetitive stress injury at the elbow though it often occurs with tennis players .
Injuries are a part of professional sports and most teams have a staff of therapists and close connections to the medical community . Controversy has arisen at times when teams have made decisions that could threaten a players long-term health for short term gain.
Injuries normally related to specific sports
Running
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