
After sustaining back-to-back meniscus tears in both knees and trying several treatments, Brandi could not perform at the level she needed to. Ron’s understanding of a weightlifter’s performance needs helped Brandi perform better than ever before.
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Our team at UPMC Sports Medicine is dedicated to helping athletes and active people of all ages and skill levels. If you need an extra push to get back to your level of play after an injury or simply wish to improve performance, our experts in cycling, dance, running, and sports performance can help.
Hear about the impact our performance services have on the lives of some of our patients.
When Mark Hunkele, 52, was training for one of the many marathons he's run, he hoped to improve his training routine. He turned to sports performance director Ron DeAngelo, an advanced instructor of the Oxygen Advantage™ program, which focuses on "scientific breathwork to optimize health, mental clarity, and performance.”
Marathon runner Lauren suffered from a pelvic stress fracture, but she was able to return to running after receiving treatment at UPMC Sports Medicine and training at the UPMC Sports Performance Program.