Sports Injuries Services
Our sports injury specialists offer expert diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation to help athletes of all levels recover quickly and safely return to their activities.
Expert Care for Sports Injuries
Engaging in sports such as football, running, and soccer can significantly increase the risk of foot and ankle injuries due to the intense physical demands. At Skylake Medical Associates, we offer precise diagnoses and effective treatments for sports-related injuries. Our goal is to alleviate your pain and help you understand how to prevent future injuries. Contact Skylake Medical Associates today or book an appointment online to schedule a comprehensive sports injury evaluation.
Sports Injuries Q & A
What are sports injuries?
Engaging in sports is physically demanding, placing significant strain on your feet and ankles. This often leads to various injuries and conditions affecting athletes of all levels. Common sports-related foot and ankle injuries include:
- Heel pain (Plantar fasciitis)
- Blisters
- Hardened skin (Calluses and corns)
- Broken bones (Fractures)
- Inflammation of the Achilles tendon (Achilles tendinitis)
- Ankle sprains
- Tears in tendons and ligaments
- Pain in the legs
Injuries can result from direct trauma during training or competition, while repetitive movements often cause overuse injuries that stress your ligaments, tendons, and muscles. Though not a sports injury, athlete’s foot is a common fungal infection prevalent in changing rooms.
When Should You See a Podiatrist for a Sports Injury?
Even if a sports injury seems minor, it’s advisable to have a checkup. Seek medical attention for symptoms that are unmanageable at home or do not improve with self-care, such as:
- Sensitivity
- Bruising
- Swelling
- Persistent pain
- Restricted flexibility
- Decreased functionality
- Impaired mobility
Visible signs, like a protruding bone in a fractured ankle, are clear indicators of injury. At Skylake Medical Associates, we may refer you for X-rays or other imaging to confirm a diagnosis and assess the extent of the damage.
Treatment Options for Sports Injuries
Mild to moderate injuries, like muscle strains, often improve with nonsurgical treatments such as rest, ice and/or heat therapy, physical therapy, and over-the-counter medications. Immobilizing the ankle with a splint or bandage may be necessary during healing.
Laser therapy is a painless option that accelerates natural healing using light energy. For severe injuries, such as fractures and ruptured tendons or ligaments, surgery might be required. Minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery can repair damaged bones and tissues, promoting faster recovery.
To prevent future injuries, the team at Skylake Medical Associates recommends preventive measures, such as warm-up exercises to reduce musculoskeletal stress and custom-fitted orthotic insoles for better foot and ankle support.
Call Skylake Medical Associates today or schedule an appointment online for specialized sports injury treatment and comprehensive care.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of sports injuries do you treat?
We treat various sports-related injuries, including heel pain, blisters, fractures, Achilles tendinitis, ankle sprains, and ligament or tendon tears.
When should I see a doctor for a sports injury?
Seek medical attention if you experience persistent pain, swelling, bruising, limited flexibility, or decreased mobility.
What treatment options are available?
We offer nonsurgical treatments, laser therapy, and minimally invasive surgery, depending on the injury severity.
How can I prevent future sports injuries?
We recommend warm-up exercises, custom orthotics, and other preventive measures tailored to your needs.
