Sports

Sometimes one awkward step is all it takes for your foot to twist sideways. Most of the time this does not cause any damage, but sometimes your ankle may swell up and hurt. If after an accident like this you cannot put weight on your foot, or if you have difficulty walking, it is likely you have sprained your ankle. Find out here which immediate measures help against pain and swelling, and when surgery might be necessary.

It can be very frightening to suddenly have problems breathing when doing sports. This is why some people with asthma avoid physical exertion. But this can become a vicious circle: Too much physical exertion can trigger asthma attacks – but too little physical activity can also lead to reduced lung performance. This fact sheet explains how to cope with exercise-induced asthma and still enjoy sports despite having asthma.

A tearing sensation when you are bending forward, or a sudden, ripping pain – many people have to deal with back problems. Low back pain is one of the ten most frequent diagnoses in general medicine. However, there are only few treatments for chronic low back pain that are known to help. This feature tells you about what treatment options are available.