Sports Medicine

If you’ve been sidelined from your daily run or your favorite sport because of a muscle tear, dislocation, or another sports-related injury, you can rely on the high-quality sports medicine services available at Podiatry & Sports Medicine Associates P.C. The skilled physicians have extensive experience assisting athletes at all levels recover from injuries caused by trauma and overuse. They also specialize in kinetics and other preventive strategies to reduce your risk for additional sports injuries. Call the Chicago or Park City, Illinois, office today to schedule a sports medicine evaluation or book a consultation online.

What is sports medicine?

Sports medicine focuses on the unique health care needs of athletes at all levels. A sports medicine specialist has extensive training and experience in assessing acute sports-related injuries like joint dislocations and managing chronic overuse injuries like tendonitis that are common in amateur and professional athletes.

Podiatry & Sports Medicine Associates P.C. offers comprehensive, patient-focused sports medicine services for children and adults. The practice also provides professional sports medicine services for DePaul University’s NCAA Division 1 Blue Demons team.

The skilled medical specialists take a holistic approach to treating acute injuries and managing a range of chronic, sports-related conditions in dancers, runners, and other athletes.

When should I schedule a sports medicine consultation?

Schedule a sports medicine consultation at Podiatry & Sports Medicine Associates P.C. if you or your child has an acute sports-related injury, such as:

• Fracture
• Concussion
• Muscle sprain
• Ligament strain
• Joint dislocation

You can also meet with the team if you or your child has chronic pain in your joints or lower back from overuse injuries or degenerative diseases like osteoarthritis.

Additionally, athletes can speak with the sports medicine specialists about preventive strategies that reduce risk factors for sports-related injuries. The providers offer prescription orthotics, fitness tips, and nutritional counseling to optimize your health and athletic ability.

What can I expect during a sports medicine consultation?

The Podiatry & Sports Medicine Associates P.C. physicians use the latest diagnostic technologies to identify the source of pain. They also complete a comprehensive physical exam to assess your muscle strength, joint flexibility, and other factors that influence your performance in sports.

The specialists also incorporate kinetics, the study of how internal and external forces affect an athlete’s movements and performance. Their analysis of your body mechanics provides valuable insight into how you can improve your sports performance while reducing your risk of additional injuries.

Based on your diagnosis, your provider recommends treatments to reduce chronic inflammation and heal damaged joints and tissue tears, including nonsurgical therapies like:

• Acupuncture
• Shockwave therapy
• Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections
• Viscosupplementation
• Vitamin supplements
• Essential oils

Minimally invasive surgery is available to repair fractures and torn ligaments or tendons. The physicians offer resources for physical therapy and other rehabilitative services to ensure your full recovery before getting back into sports.  

Call the Podiatry & Sports Medicine Associates P.C. near you today to schedule a sports medicine consultation or book a consultation online.