By their very nature, sports are physically demanding and require a great deal of stamina. If you’ve ever been involved in sports, you may be very familiar with your own susceptibility to injuries. However, just because your sport is risky doesn’t mean you should stop playing it. Having adequate knowledge of preventive strategies and first-aid…
Sprains vs. strains
Common Winter Sports Injuries: Prevention and Treatment
Winter sports are one of many things to enjoy in cold weather. However, it is important to keep in mind that winter sports often cause injuries. Before you begin playing a winter sport this year, be sure to understand the types of injuries you are at risk for and what you can do to prevent…
What Can a Sports Medicine Physician Treat?
A sports medicine physician specializes in comprehensive care, prevention, and treatment of injuries and illnesses for athletes and active individuals. Many of the conditions they treat are soft tissue injuries that occur from sports and other physical activities. These include partial or complete tearing of tendons and ligaments, muscle pulling, cartilage damage, and sprains. Here…
Sprains vs. strains
Almost everyone has experienced at least a minor sprain or strain in their lives. However, most people cannot tell the difference between the two. While they may sound similar, there is a difference between the two injuries. Let’s take a look at what sprains and strains are and what the difference between them is. Sprain…