Injury Care for Beginner, Casual & Professional Athletes
The sports medicine department at Horizon Health specializes in care for
injuries that occur during sports, such as concussions, nerve injuries,
strains, sprains, and broken bones. We will design a treatment plan based
on your individual needs.
Our team will meet with you after a sports injury to evaluate, treat, and
guide you through the recovery process. A treatment plan is agreed upon
between you and the doctor. The sports medicine team works closely with
your physical therapist when physical therapy is needed. While some conditions
may require surgery, the goal is to avoid surgery whenever possible.
Sports injuries are an unfortunate reality for many athletes, from weekend
warriors to professional competitors. Understanding common sports injuries
can help athletes take preventative measures and ensure a quicker recovery
when injuries do occur.
Here are some of the most frequent culprits:
Sprains occur when ligaments (the tough bands of tissue connecting bones) are
stretched or torn. Common locations include the ankles, knees, and wrists,
with symptoms such as pain, swelling, and instability.
Strains involve damage to muscles or tendons (which connect muscles to bones).
These typically occur in the hamstrings, calves, and lower back, with
symptoms including pain, muscle spasms, and limited range of motion.
Concussions are traumatic brain injuries caused by a blow to the head. Symptoms may
include headache, dizziness, nausea, confusion, and difficulty concentrating.
Fractures are broken bones that occur due to impact or repetitive stress. Common
locations for fractures are the ankles, wrists, and fingers, with symptoms
such as pain, swelling, and deformity.
Dislocations occur when a bone is forced out of its normal position at a joint, commonly
affecting the shoulders, fingers, and knees. Symptoms include severe pain,
deformity, and loss of function.
