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Sports Injuries
Sports injuries can occur to people of all ages and activity levels. They can be caused by accidents, poor training, improper use of protective equipment, or insufficient stretching or warm-up exercises. Sprains and strains, fractures, and dislocations are the most common sports injuries.
Whether you are a professional athlete or just practicing sports for fitness or as a hobby, Dr. Errachid is here to help you with any sports related injury.
Sports injuries fall into two categories: acute and chronic.
Acute injuries result from a sudden single trauma to the body. They include: contusions (bruises), sprains (partial or total tears of a ligament linking bone to bone), strains (partial or complete tears of a muscle or tendon connecting soft tissue to bone), concussions (head and brain trauma), and fractures. These acute injuries must be treated promptly as when left untreated, they might produce degenerative changes over time, necessitating surgery later on or eventually resulting in osteoarthritis. Football is considered to be the biggest cause of acute sports-related injuries.
On the other hand, chronic injuries are caused by repetitive micro-trauma when a sport is played repeatedly over time. An athlete is at danger of developing this overuse injury if their body does not have enough time to recuperate in between games and practices.
Chronic injuries include stress fractures (small cracks in the bones) and tendinosis (repetitive inflammation of a tendon). Swimming, tennis, rowing and gymnastics are all sports where overuse injuries occur often.
Treatments
Dr. Errachid offers a wide array of treatment options, ranging from conservative care and in-office procedures for minor conditions and fractures to the latest surgical procedures for more complex sports-related injuries and conditions.
Conservative treatments of minor sports injuries include:
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Rest, ice, compression, and elevation
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Anti-inflammatory medication
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Immobilization with a cast
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Thermo-therapy
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Physical therapy
Surgical Options
If the conservative treatments come short of alleviating the symptoms, or the sports injury is too severe to be solely managed by conservative treatments, then surgical procedures may be necessary to repair the damage and restore function. Dr. Errachid is an expert in arthroscopic surgery, which is a minimally invasive procedure that allows for a shorter recovery time, and will use it whenever possible to surgically treat various sports related injuries.
Some of the most common sports surgeries that are performed include:
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ACL Reconstruction: Replaces a torn anterior cruciate ligament in the knee.
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Meniscus Repair: Fixes tears in the knee’s meniscus to relieve pain and improve mobility.
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Rotator Cuff Repair: Mends torn tendons in the shoulder to restore function.
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Shoulder Labrum Repair: Addresses tears in the shoulder’s labrum caused by repetitive motion injuries.
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Tennis Elbow Surgery: Alleviates pain and restore function in patients suffering from tennis elbow.
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If you have recently sustained a sports injury and experiencing pain and discomfort, don’t wait. Call us or book an appointment online today! Dr. Errachid, your sports medicine doctor, will do his very best to treat your injury and provide you with the highest standard of medical care to get you back to doing the activities you love as fast as possible
A: If you sustain a sports injury, it's important to:
- Stop the activity and avoid putting weight on the injured area.
- Apply the RICE method: Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation.
- Consult with your sports medicine doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment.
- Follow your treatment plan as prescribed by your sports medicine doctor, which may include physical therapy or rehabilitation.
- Gradually return to sports or exercise under the guidance of your sports medicine doctor.
A: The recovery time for a sports injury varies depending on the type and severity of the injury, as well as individual factors such as age and overall health. Minor injuries may heal within a few days to weeks, while more severe injuries may require several months of rehabilitation. Dr. Errachid will provide guidance on your expected recovery timeline and assist you with a personalized treatment plan.
A: Some strategies for preventing sports injuries include:
- Warming up and cooling down before and after physical activity.
- Wearing appropriate protective gear, such as helmets or padding.
- Gradually increasing the intensity and duration of workouts.
- Allowing adequate rest and recovery between training sessions.
A: A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury caused by a blow, bump, or jolt to the head. Symptoms may include headache, dizziness, confusion, memory problems, and sensitivity to light or noise. Treatment for concussions typically involves physical and cognitive rest until symptoms resolve, followed by a gradual return to activities under the guidance of your sports medicine doctor.
A: No, sports medicine treatments are for anyone who is active and has sustained an injury, whether they are a professional athlete or engage in sports for fitness or as a hobby.
A: Full recovery from ACL reconstruction typically takes 6-12 months. Patients can often start light activities within 2 weeks and return to sports in about 9 months.
A: Most patients return to daily activities in 2-6 weeks, work within 3-12 weeks, and can play sports in 4-6 months after tennis elbow surgery.
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