The Nebraska Medicine Sports Medicine program delivers expert care to athletes at every level across the state. The program partners with the Huskers, Union Omaha soccer, LOVB Nebraska volleyball, local high schools, and many club, youth, and other sports organizations.

Pain or swelling after an injury or workout is common. But in some cases, these symptoms can mean something more serious. Compartment syndrome is a condition that needs medical attention.

Learn about common soccer injuries and prevention from Nebraska Medicine physical therapist Brian O'Reilly, DPT and Union Omaha head athletic trainer Bob Hammons, LAT, ATC.

If you’re a football fan, you’ve probably heard of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). However, while more people are aware of this condition, it remains widely misunderstood.

While football remains an exciting spectator sport, the game’s high level of contact means injuries are, unfortunately, quite prevalent.

Female athletes often face different challenges than male athletes and are more susceptible to injuries.

We are all born with a mix of slow and fast twitch muscle fibers, also called type 1 and type 2 muscle fibers.

As we age, aches and pains seem to increase. This is especially true in the joints. If you have chronic joint pain, it is important to get it evaluated so your doctor can help you treat or better manage the pain.

A sudden injury threatened to derail competitive cheer and stunt athlete Isabel Kleidosty’s dreams of competing at the collegiate level. However, thanks to innovative surgical techniques, Kleidosty is thriving today.

Rotator cuff problems are relatively common, with over 2 million people in the United States experiencing a tear.