Advanced Orthopaedics of Ohio offers a wide range of orthopaedic care including sports medicine. Learn more about sports medicine and the advantages of seeing an orthopaedic physician who specializes in sports medicine below:
What is orthopaedic sports medicine?
Orthopaedic sports medicine is focused on diagnosing and treating injuries that may have happened during sports or exercise. Sports injuries can affect any part of the body and can occur in a participant of any age – from walkers to wrestlers.
Why should I see doctor who specializes in sports medicine?
Orthopaedic physicians who specialize in sports medicine have had education and training focused on treating athletes and those who are physically active. They also have experience working with sports teams, and they see sports-related injuries more often than other physicians.
How do I know if I have a sports-related injury?
Many times injuries go unnoticed during an activity but become evident once the player has rested. Pain, redness and swelling should always be taken seriously and investigated. If not properly treated, continued stress on a sports injury could make it much worse. Early diagnosis and treatment can help lessen the amount of downtime you have. Always listen to your body. If you have pain after the game, see an orthopaedic sports medicine specialist right away.
What if I need surgery?
If surgery is needed on a sports-related injury, it can often be done in an outpatient setting and usually involves the latest techniques in minimally invasive and arthroscopic surgery.
What are some common sports injuries?
Sports-related injures are usually either acute, such as sprains, fractures or tears, or chronic, such as tendonitis and injuries caused by overuse. Some of the most common sports injuries are:
- ACL and MCL injuries
- Rotator cuff tears
- Shoulder dislocation and instability
- Shoulder and elbow tendonitis
- Wrist sprains
- Finger fractures
- Muscle pulls and strains
- Stress fractures
- Cartilage tears of the knee
Although sports injuries are as varied as the individuals who play the game, an orthopaedic sports medicine specialist can evaluate injuries of all types.
Do I need a referral to see an orthopaedic sports medicine specialist?
No referral is needed. If you need an evaluation of a sports injury, just call Advanced Orthopaedics of Ohio for an appointment.
For more information, call Advanced Orthopaedics of Ohio at 419.998.8240.
