Sports Medicine is a branch of medicine that deals with the treatment and prevention of sports and exercise-related injuries.
The main objective of sports medicine is to help individuals engage in sports and exercise in a safe and effective manner to accomplish their training goals. Sports Medicine is also designed to help athletes get back into the game safely and to increase their sports performance.
At SOHMA Integrative Medicine in Long Beach, CA, our goal is to get you out of pain, into balance, and back into play. Our team of doctors are not only experts in the realm of sports medicine, but are marathon runners and triathletes ourselves, therefore, we understand the importance of maintaining an athletic body and the stress it undergoes so often. We have worked with countless athletes to ensure the overall health and wellness of their bodies no matter what sport they play.
What are Sports Injuries?
Sports injuries are injuries sustained while playing indoor or outdoor sports such as football, basketball, hockey, baseball, softball, volleyball, tennis, dance, mixed martial arts, golf or while exercising. Sports injuries can result from sports accidents, inadequate training, improper use of protective equipment, or insufficient stretching or warm-up exercises. Common sports injuries include bone, muscle, ligament and tendon injuries that commonly involve joints such as the shoulders, knees, hips, ankles, and feet.
Types of Sports Injuries We Treat
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Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears
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MCL and LCL tears
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Fractures
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Knee injuries
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Foot and ankle injuries
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Meniscal tears
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Nerve compression injuries
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Spinal injuries
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Shoulder dislocations
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Sprains and strains
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Tendonitis and more