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.

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.

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.

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.

Physical exercise is critical to maximizing your health and building good habits. Still, working out can leave you sore regardless of how you do so. Luckily, there are ways to reduce post-workout muscle soreness.

Whether you’re a first-time runner or someone returning to the sport, there is some information you should know before attempting to join the ranks of marathon runners.

When you think of sports medicine, elite athletes and complex surgeries might come to mind. However, any active individual can benefit from sports medicine.

Are you thinking about starting an exercise routine for the first time or want to reengage after a long hiatus? The sheer number of exercise options can be overwhelming, and leaping from thinking to action may be the biggest step.

Sports can be punishing on the bodies of athletes. Just one wrong move on the field or court can result in a serious injury requiring months of recovery or surgery.