Health News Archives

Exercise: Skiing

ACL Tears Worth Fixing in Seniors
Age should not be determining factor for knee repair surgery, study suggests

International Database Seeks to Boost Treatment of Altitude Sickness
Fluid buildup in lungs can be deadly for skiers, mountain climbers, regardless of fitness

Helmets Make Sense for Skiers, Snowboarders
Study finds 60 percent drop in head injury risk for those using protection

Downhill Gliders
Simple measures reduce injury risk for skiing and snowboarding

Dodge Winter Sports Injuries
Experts say a little preparation and a lot of caution go a long way

Use Your Head on the Slopes
What you need to know about ski helmets

Stop Ski Injuries Before They Happen
Exercise, stretching key to healthy exercise

Shape Up for Ski Season
Experts say preparation should start long before snowflakes fall

Skirt Skier’s Thumb
Protect them when you fall down on slopes

Shield Your Eyes While on the Slopes
Experts say a good pair of ski goggles could prevent eye damage

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