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Sports Injury Treatment in Bhubaneswar

Sports Injury Treatment

Sports Injury Treatment in Bhubaneswar

Sports injury treatment focuses on people, especially athletes who have faced injuries during exercise or while playing sports. Common causes could be accidents, poor and inadequate methods of training, or the use of unsuitable equipment and gear. Types of sports injuries include broken bones, cartilage tears, concussions, dislocations, tendonitis, sprains, and strains. Minor injuries are treated by following the R.I.C.E. principle: rest, ice, compression, and elevation, while advanced injuries may require surgery and physical therapy.

Various procedures and specialised programmes are developed at Manipal Hospitals in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, to address and prevent sports-related injuries. Our highly skilled medical experts and team possess extensive experience and proficiency in delivering personalised rehabilitation services and therapy for diverse complexities of injury. Our methods of care and management offer a unique approach to patients, helping them to return to their daily routines and regain athletic performance post-injury.

FAQ's

The symptoms exhibited are based on the type of injury you have acquired. Common signs that require medical attention include:

  • Tenderness and severe pain
  • Inability to place weight on a leg, knee, foot, or ankle
  • Not able to move your joint normally
  • Decreased range of motion
  • Warm skin
  • Persistent weakness and swelling
  • Difficulty moving a particular body part
  • Bone or joint that is misaligned visibly

Continuing to exercise or play sports while recovering from a sports injury will hinder your recovery process and worsen your injury. You are also prone to getting hurt somewhere else. While the recovery process of every sportsperson is unique, it is important to stick to your treatment plan tailored by your sports specialist.

R.I.C.E. is an acronym that stands for rest, ice, compress, and elevate. It is a common method used in the field of sports to address minor muscle injuries.

  • Rest: Your injury is more vulnerable and at risk for further injury. Taking a break and keeping your injury in a resting position would enhance the healing process.

  • Ice: The application of ice during your initial days of injury is beneficial and helps prevent swelling and inflammation. Wrap the ice in a thin cloth and apply it to the injured area for 15-20 minutes at a time, with breaks to allow the skin to warp up between icings.

  • Compress: Wrapping an elastic bandage around your injury can minimise swelling by preventing fluid buildup and pain relief by immobilising the area of your injury. Your bandage shouldn’t be very tight, as it could interfere with the blood flow. If the bandage causes tingling or numbness, loosen it to avoid discomfort. Moreover, gentle compression helps prevent fluid accumulation.

  • Elevate: Lifting or elevating your injured area above your heart level minimises swelling and enhances drainage of excess fluid.

  • Proper nutrition and staying hydrated: Consuming plenty of water and a balanced diet enhances your healing process and tissue repair. Moreover, it helps you maintain your overall health.

The treatments for sports injuries depend on the type of injury and its complexity. Conventional treatments, such as:

  • Immobilisation of the injured area using a cast, sling, splint, walking boot, or another medical device

  • Injections that aid in minimising swelling and pain

  • Prescription of certain anti-inflammatory drugs

  • Surgeries to treat severe fractures, ligaments, tendons, or cartilage tears

  • Physical therapy to enhance healing and strengthen the injured body parts

The need for surgery if a fracture develops is based on parameters such as the type of bone fracture, the cause of the fracture, and the severity of the damage. Severe cases of bone fracture require surgery, and these include the following:

  • Internal Fixation Surgery: The surgery involves the insertion of rods, plates, screws, or pins and wires into the bone to secure the position of the bone, facilitating effective healing and fusion. Individuals may retain these insertions indefinitely, and there may be follow-up surgeries to remove them.

  • External Fixation Surgery: The procedure entails inserting metal pieces percutaneously on either side of the fracture and is stabilised using a brace or a bracket around the bone outside of the body.

  • Arthroplasty: The procedure addresses fractures that are joint-related and require joint replacements by replacing an artificial joint made of ceramic, metal, or heavy-duty plastic in place of damaged joints.

  • Bone Grafting: The procedure is done in cases of severe fractures and adds bone tissue to reconnect the fractured bone, followed by Internal Fixation Surgery for proper stabilisation. Grafts are obtained from your body, from a donor, or from artificial sources.

Your recovery period is dependent on factors such as the type of injury, your recovery speed, and your rehabilitation goals. Minor interventions should enable you to fully recover in a few weeks. However, severe forms of fractures may take a year or more to heal. Your orthopaedic specialist will guide you through proper treatment and also advise you on recovery time during your follow-up consultations. 

Prevention of an injury or re-injury includes the following:

  • Always warm up and condition your body before working out or playing certain sports. It allows your body to reduce the risk of injury and handle physical stress.

  • Use proper equipment and protection gear during your training or when playing.

  • Include different types of exercises that target different muscle groups to decrease strain in particular regions.

  • Maintain and follow a healthy lifestyle and weight. Moreover, stay hydrated by consuming a lot of fluids.

  • It is vital to listen to your body by paying attention to your body’s needs. Ensure to take adequate rest between workout sessions and avoid exertion. Moreover, the recovery period is essential for muscle repair and rebuilding. 

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