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  Chronic Ankle Sprains

  Here's a question for you: What's the most common joint injury people can get? It's an ankle sprain. And if you do twist your ankle, your chances of re-injuring it are very high unless you make an effort to strengthen it. Get the details from Mayo Clinic.

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  Resource: Sports Medicine

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  Exercise Safety

  Summer time is a great time to get out and do things that are good for your health. Biking, rollerblading and even gardening can get you moving. But don't forget to pay attention to safety while you're outside playing. More on summer safety tips from Mayo Clinic.

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  Resource: MayoClinic.com: Fitness Center

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  Plantar Fasciitis

  There's nothing like foot pain to make you crazy. That's what an expert at Mayo Clinic says he hears from patients who have a condition called plantar fasciitis [fashee-EYE-tis]. It's very common and can make walking across the room a miserable experience. What can you do about it?

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  Resource: MayoClinic.com: Plantar Fasciitis

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  Vertebroplasty for Osteoporosis

  Mayo Clinic radiologists perform a procedure called vertebroplasty to treat vertebrae fractures caused by osteoporosis. The procedure involves injecting surgical cement into the spine at the site of the fracture.

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  Resource: Treatment with Vertebroplasty

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  Walking and Running Right

  Research shows that in order to maintain a healthy heart and weight, most of us need to move more. And one of the easiest ways for many to do that is by getting up and walking. Or running if you can.

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  Resource: Fitness Program