Sports Injury
Overview
Sports injuries, ranging from sprains and strains to fractures, result from physical activity-related trauma, overuse, or improper technique. Sports injuries pain presents as localized discomfort, swelling, and tenderness. Bruising, limited range of motion, and weakness may occur, accompanied by stiffness and possible instability. Audible sounds or sensations, numbness, and tingling may indicate nerve involvement.
Symptoms associate with Sports pain:
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Pain
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Swelling
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Bruising
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Limited Range of Motion
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Weakness
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Stiffness
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Tenderness
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Instability
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Clicking or Popping
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Numbness or Tingling
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Loss of Function
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Localized Heat
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Visible Deformity
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Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS)
Causes of Sports Injuries
- Overuse: Repeated stress on a particular part of the body without adequate rest.
- Trauma: Direct impact or collision with another player, object, or surface.
- Muscle Imbalances: Weakness or imbalance in muscle groups leading to increased injury risk.
- Lack of Flexibility: Insufficient flexibility makes muscles and joints more prone to injury.
- Inadequate Recovery: Insufficient time for rest and recovery between intense training sessions.
- Biomechanical Factors: Individual anatomical or biomechanical characteristics influencing injury susceptibility.
- Previous Injuries: Insufficient healing or rehabilitation from prior injuries.
Sports Injuries Treatment Options
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Electrotherapy
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Physical Therapy
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Stim pod
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Heat Therapy
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Ultrasound Therapy
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Anti-Inflammatory Medications
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Laser Therapy
Some quick information
- Sharp and/or intermittent pain caused by certain movements.
- A dull, generalized ache in the affected area.
- Swelling in the affected area.
- Redness, bruising or discoloration of the skin.
- Tenderness in the location of the injury.
- Inability to support weight.
- Limited functionality.
Some of the innovative sports injury treatments that we offer to begin alleviating your pain are:
- Epidural steroid injections
- Facet block injections
- Nerve blocks
- Intercostal Nerve Blocks (aka Neurolytic Block)
- Spinal cord stimulation
- Trigger Point Injections
- Vertebroplasty These treatments may be part of a comprehensive personalized sports injury treatment plan that our physicians will create with you. They are designed to give you immediate pain relief, and to provide you with long-lasting results. The treatments are designed to allow you to get back to your active lifestyle.
- If you have chronic pain or discomfort from a sports or activity-related injury, contact us today. See how we can help you to get you back on your feet and back to your energetic life as soon as possible. It’s time to stop being a spectator and get back in the game!
Our goal is to help the patient regain their quality of life
We relieve your pain, helping you be yourself again!
