Sports Medicine
What Is a Fallen Arch and How Is It Treated?
Flat feet, or pes planus, can be a painful condition found in children whose arches don’t develop or in adults who have suffered from an injury. Fallen arches occur when the entire sole of the foot touches the floor when standing. Though some people may have the appearance of flat feet with no symptoms, others…
Read MoreRegenerative Orthopedics and Sports Medicine: A Natural Fit
Regenerative Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Dealing with the consequences of Injuries, aging, and everyday wear and tear is an inevitable part of life for athletes and active individuals. Fortunately sports medicine helps people recover from conditions that affect their mobility and range of movement. This blog focuses on a new type of sports medicine that…
Read MoreCommon Hip Injuries in Sports
The hip joint is a remarkable and intricate structure that plays a pivotal role in our body’s mobility and stability. The junction of the thigh bone (femur) and the pelvis, the hip joint enables a wide range of movements, from walking and running to sitting and bending. However, like any complex joint, the hip is…
Read MorePreparing for a Return to Play
Returning to Play After a sports injury, it’s common for people – particularly young athletes – to want to return to play as fast as they can. But it’s important to make sure that the body has a chance to rest and fully recover after an injury, particularly a torn ACL, a break or severe…
Read MoreJammed vs. Broken Finger: How Can I Tell?
A jammed finger is an incredibly common injury, especially if you play sports. While jammed fingers may be common, they can also be extremely painful and may require medical attention. Below, you can learn how to tell if you have a jammed finger or if the injury might be more severe. X-rays are essential in…
Read MorePediatric Sports Injuries: A Guide to Care
In 2020, 54% of children aged 6-17 participated in sports activities. With such high participation rates, perhaps it’s no surprise that each year over 3.5 million children under the age of 14 receive medical treatment for athletic injuries. Pediatric sports medicine addresses the unique medical and developmental issues that need to be considered when children…
Read MoreHow to Avoid These 8 Common Sports Injuries
While exercising is a healthy activity, you can hurt yourself when exercising or engaging in sports. Various preventable factors contribute to multiple sports injuries. Injuries limit you from engaging in sporting activities; thus, preventing them is crucial. This article highlights various sports injuries and some preventive measures to avoid them. The 8 most common sports…
Read MoreCommon Shoulder Injuries in Sports
Shoulder injuries are common in many sports. Many athletes are at a high risk of injuries affecting the shoulder’s joint muscles, cartilage, tendons, and ligaments. These injuries cause great shoulder pain and other symptoms, which make it hard to work out and compete. If you are experiencing shoulder pain, you must visit a physician since…
Read MoreSports Medicine FAQs
Learn More About Common Orthopedic Injuries and Treatments When your knee hurts, you’ve twisted your ankle, or you’re experiencing unexplained soreness, should you rest or seek care from a general practitioner or a medical specialist, or simply rest the affected area? The specialists at Alexander Orthopaedics can help you determine the care you need to…
Read MoreQuality Orthopedic Care in Palm Harbor
Whether it’s your hips, knees, elbows, or wrists, joint problems make it hard to live your day-to-day life. Activities that were fun and easy are suddenly a challenge, and you start to second guess whether you can engage in activities you once took for granted. Whatever problem you’re experiencing, the experts at Alexander Orthopaedic Associates…
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