SPINE AND JOINT CARE

Sports injuries can be frustrating, always seemingly striking at the worst time. Depending on the severity and which tissue is involved, there are a few things to get you back playing your loved sport sooner rather than later. The general rule of thumb is following an acute soft tissue injury is remember PRICES Protect Rest Ice Compress Elevate Strap (if needed) This is true for most types of sporting injuries.

Ice is the recommended treatment for acute injuries. It is especially helpful to reduce swelling and control pain. Ice is most effective when it is applied early and often for the first 48 hours. Heat, on the other hand, increases circulation and raises skin temperature. .

Sometimes the key is to look for bruising either immediately or within the first few days. If there is bruising this could indicate tendon involvement. This is because there is a better blood supply to tendons vs ligaments.