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Common Sports Injuries We Handle:
Some of the most common types of sports-related injuries we treat include foot and ankle injuries, shoulder injuries, knee injuries, and hip injuries.
Foot and ankle injuries
This type of injury is common amongst football and soccer players and is characterized as an injury in the leg that occurs below the knee. Injuries of this type include fractures, sprains, strains, torn ligaments, and Achilles tendinitis.
Shoulder injuries
Shoulder injuries are common and can result from overuse when playing Injuries to your shoulder can occur to anyone regardless of age and are commonly seen in basketball, golf, and tennis players. Common shoulder injuries include extreme soreness from overuse, torn ligaments, and a dislocated shoulder.
Knee injuries
Like your hips, knees bear a lot of body weight and can be injured in any one of numerous ways. A common knee injury many athletes face in their lifetime is a torn ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) since this ligament plays a major role in stabilizing your knee joint. Other common knee injuries include a meniscal tear and damage to your cartilage.
Hip injuries
Hips play a major role in supporting the body during exercise or when playing a sport, as a result, hips can suffer a variety of injuries including tears, fractures, and can even become dislocated. Hip injuries can become severe or worsen very fast so it’s crucial to seek medical attention as soon as possible to get ahead of any issues that arise or may arise.