Primary Care Sports Medicine  combines family medicine and sports medicine to treat athletes and everyday active individuals of all ages to ensure overall health and well-being for long, healthy lives. Below is a brief guide to everything you need to know about this area of medicine. 

A Brief, Informative Guide to Sports Medicine 

Issues Addressed in Sports Medicine 

Sports medicine covers a wide range of injuries, including those that happen suddenly while playing sports and those that develop over time. Sudden, or acute, injuries include ankle sprains, muscle strains, muscle spasms, fractures, and shoulder injuries. Issues that manifest with time include rotator cuff tears and tendonitis, arthritis, and bursitis. If you suffer from a head injury, sports medicine doctors are qualified to assist with concussions. 

Sports medicine doctors are experts at using rehabilitative exercise programs to address most muscular skeletal problems. They can also identify and fix training errors and imbalances that can lead to injuries. They also provide orthotics to address any concerns about heel or foot pain.

Available Treatment Methods 

The goal of sports medicine is to provide targeted care to repair damaged areas, improve athletic performance, and boost the quality of life. The course of treatment prescribed depends on the location and severity of the injury. Many doctors use diagnostic ultrasound testing to pinpoint the exact source of the problem. Common treatment plans include ultrasound-guided injections, physical therapy, nutrition changes, and oral medication. 

Why Visiting a Sports Medicine Doctor Is Important 

Whether you’re an athlete, an active person, or someone struggling to overcome an injury seeking help from a sports medicine doctor will help you achieve your goals. Dr. Ryan Fowler, Coryell Memorial Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, will devise a treatment plan best suited to your needs, recommend at-home strength and conditioning exercises, provide a link between coaches and trainers about your progress, and anything it takes to improve your health and capabilities. Dr. Fowler is board certified in Family Medicine with a Certificate of Qualification in Sports Medicine, as well as being board certified by the American Board of Holistic and Integrative Medicine.

If you live in Gatesville, TX, or the surrounding areas and need sports medicine treatment, call Coryell Medical Clinic at (254) 865-2166 to schedule an appointment, or visit us online to discover how our team can get you back in action. Don’t forget to like Coryell Memorial Healthcare System on Facebook for updates.