Sports Medicine

Houston and The Woodlands Sports Medicine

If you are an athlete and you are in need of specific medical care to help you perform optimally in your sport, you need a sports medicine specialist. Sports medicine physicians are doctors trained with a special emphasis on the treatment and prevention of sports-related injuries and chronic conditions.

At The Houston Spine and Rehabilitation Center, our Woodlands sports medicine doctors have decades of combined experience treating a wide range of sports-related conditions in athletes of all ages and skill levels. Using our expertise and state-of-the-art facilities, we’ll help you come back stronger and healthier than ever.

What is Sports Medicine

Sports medicine is a branch of medicine that deals with physical fitness and the treatment and prevention of injuries related to sports and exercise. Sport medicine doctors are specialists who have completed medical school and residency training in physical medicine and rehabilitation, family practice, or orthopedic surgery. Our sports medicine specialists here at The Houston Spine and Rehabilitation Center have extensive education in musculoskeletal medicine and use this to treat athletes and other physically active individuals. More specifically, we are experts in treating injuries to muscles, ligaments, tendons, and bones.

Often we will also be called on to treat chronic illnesses that can affect physical performance such as neck and back pain. Sports medicine doctors also advise on managing and preventing injuries. Our goal as specialists is to deliver clinical physical activity interventions and treatments to negate the burden of disease directly attributable to physical inactivity, incorrect activity, or overactivity. You can learn more about our many sports medicine treatments below.

Our Approach to Sports Medicine

No two athletes are ever identical, and no two injuries or conditions are ever exactly the same. For these reasons alone, our sports medicine specialists here at The Houston Spine and Rehabilitation Center build our treatment programs around the individual needs of each and every patient we see. When you meet with our team, one of our sports medicine physicians will perform a comprehensive physical exam to assess the extent of your condition or injury. If treatment is needed outside of our office, we will recommend a medical facility in the region.

For most patients, we build a preventative regimen designed to promote healing and build strength and mobility over time. Once the injury has healed, we often put patients on specialized physical therapy programs for continued growth in the areas of strength and flexibility. To mitigate symptoms of pain and immobility, we also prescribe anti-infl

No two athletes are ever identical, and no two injuries or conditions are ever exactly the same. For these reasons alone, our sports medicine specialists here at The Houston Spine and Rehabilitation Center build our treatment programs around the individual needs of each and every patient we see. When you meet with our team, one of our sports medicine physicians will perform a comprehensive physical exam to assess the extent of your condition or injury. If treatment is needed outside of our office, we will recommend a medical facility in the region.

For most patients, we build a preventative regimen designed to promote healing and build strength and mobility over time. Once the injury has healed, we often put patients on specialized physical therapy programs for continued growth in the areas of strength and flexibility. To mitigate symptoms of pain and immobility, we also prescribe anti-inflammatories and offer treatments including chiropractic adjustments, injected medications, and electrical therapies.

Sports Conditions and Injuries We Treat

sports medicine services are designed to help athletes and active individuals recover from a wide range of injuries. Here are some common sports injuries we treat and how they can affect the body:

• Sprains and strains: A sprain is the stretching or tearing of a ligament, while a strain is the stretching or tearing of a muscle or tendon. Both conditions cause pain, swelling, and limited mobility.
  
• Tendinitis is the inflammation of a tendon, which connects muscle to bone. It causes pain and stiffness, particularly with movement.

• Fractures are a break in a bone. It causes pain, swelling, and bruising and can affect mobility.
  
• Dislocations occur when a bone is forced out of its joint. It causes pain, swelling, and limited mobility.
  
• ACL tears are a tear in the anterior cruciate ligament in the knee. It causes pain, swelling, and instability in the knee joint.
  
• Concussions are a type of traumatic brain injury that affects brain function. It can cause headaches, dizziness, and memory loss.
  
• Rotator cuff injuries are damage to the muscles and tendons in the shoulder. It causes pain, weakness, and limited mobility.
  
• Tennis elbow is a type of tendinitis that affects the elbow. It causes pain and stiffness, particularly with gripping and lifting.

• Shin splints are pain and inflammation in the front of the lower leg. They are often caused by overuse and repetitive stress.
• Plantar fasciitis is the inflammation of the plantar fascia, a band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot. It causes heel pain and stiffness.

Services We Offer

We offer a comprehensive range of services in sports medicine to help our patients recover from injuries and improve their overall health and wellness. Here's an overview of the services we offer:

• Diagnostic Testing: We offer a variety of diagnostic tests to help accurately diagnose sports injuries. These tests include MRI, X-ray, ultrasound, and other imaging tests that can help identify the location and severity of the injury.

• Non-Surgical Treatments: We offer a variety of non-surgical treatments to help patients recover from sports injuries. These treatments include physical therapy, chiropractic care, massage therapy, and other therapies that can help improve the range of motion, reduce pain and inflammation, and promote healing.
  
  • Physical Therapy involves exercises and stretches to improve mobility, strength, and flexibility. It can be effective in treating sprains, strains, tendinitis, and rotator cuff injuries.
    
  • Chiropractic Care involves the use of manual adjustments to align the spine and improve joint function. It can be effective in treating sprains, strains, and dislocations.
    
  • Epidural Steroid Injection is a common treatment option for individuals experiencing pain, inflammation, or irritation in their back due to a sports injury. During the injection, an anti-inflammatory medication, typically a steroid, is delivered directly to the affected area. This medication can help to alleviate pain, reduce inflammation, and improve overall function in the affected part of the body.
    
  • Connective Tissue Matrix (CTM) plays a critical role in the treatment of sports injuries by providing structural support, facilitating cell adhesion, maintaining tissue integrity and hydration, restoring elasticity and flexibility, regulating cell growth, and facilitating tissue repair and regeneration.

Trusted and Reliable Sports Medicine Doctors in The Woodlands and Houston

At Houston Spine and Rehabilitation Centers, we understand the importance of sports medicine in helping athletes and active individuals recover from injuries and achieve optimal health and wellness. Our team of highly trained and experienced physicians, physical therapists, and chiropractors is committed to providing personalized, comprehensive care to our patients.

We offer a range of services, including diagnostic testing and non-surgical treatments, to help our patients recover from sports injuries and achieve their health goals. We use a personalized approach to treatment, tailoring each patient's treatment plan to their unique needs and goals.

If you're suffering from a sports injury or are interested in improving your overall health and wellness, we encourage you to schedule an appointment or consultation with one of our experienced professionals Woodlands Sports Medicine Doctor. Our team will work with you to develop a treatment plan that meets your specific needs and goals and provides the best possible outcomes.

To schedule an appointment or consultation, please contact us today.