If you become injured or experience pain while working out or playing sports, you need to see a sports medicine specialist who can help you heal and recover. At Jersey Integrative Health and Wellness in Wayne, and Jersey City, New Jersey, you have access to a team of sports medicine specialists and physical therapists, so you can expect the comprehensive care you need under one roof. Click on the online scheduler to book your sports medicine evaluation today or call to speak with a team member at either office.
Sports Medicine
Sports Medicine Q & A
What is sports medicine?
A specialized branch of medicine, sports medicine involves combining preventive solutions, injury treatment, and rehabilitation to help athletes get back in the game as quickly as possible. Sports medicine treatment plans are designed to help you:
- Build strength and flexibility
- Recover from sports-related pain
- Heal after injury or overuse
- Prevent re-injury
Just as no two athletes are alike, no two sports medicine treatment plans are the same. Your sports medicine team works together to provide integrative care tailored to your needs and of course, your unique sport.
When should I see a sports medicine specialist?
Jersey Integrative Health and Wellness is home to a team of sports medicine specialists, including physical therapists and physicians, who collaborate together to help you heal. The team encourages you to book a sports medicine evaluation as soon as possible if you:
- Notice bruising, swelling, or redness
- Find it difficult to bear weight on a limb
- Experience limited range of motion
- Feel pain during or after exercise
You should also come into Jersey Integrative Health and Wellness for a sports medicine evaluation if your symptoms are worsening or not improving within a few days. With on-site diagnostic solutions and imaging available, your practitioner can get to the root of your condition quickly and help you get started on treatment.
When should I see a sports medicine specialist?
Jersey Integrative Health and Wellness is home to a team of sports medicine specialists, including physical therapists and physicians, who collaborate together to help you heal. The team encourages you to book a sports medicine evaluation as soon as possible if you:
- Notice bruising, swelling, or redness
- Find it difficult to bear weight on a limb
- Experience limited range of motion
- Feel pain during or after exercise
You should also come into Jersey Integrative Health and Wellness for a sports medicine evaluation if your symptoms are worsening or not improving within a few days. With on-site diagnostic solutions and imaging available, your practitioner can get to the root of your condition quickly and help you get started on treatment.
Which treatments does a sports medicine doctor provide?
Jersey Integrative Health and Wellness provides the most up-to-date sports medicine treatments for athletes of all levels, from weekend warriors to collegiate and professional athletes. If you’re suffering from a sports injury, your provider may recommend undergoing several of the following treatments:
- Acupuncture
- Physical therapy
- Injection therapy
- Casting, splinting, or bracing
- Osteopathic manipulation therapy (OMT)
- Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections
- TENEX Health TX™ (an FDA-cleared minimally invasive procedure)
No matter how minor a sports injury may seem, it’s important to have it evaluated and get started on treatment early on. Otherwise, a small problem can quickly turn into something serious.
Learn more about sports medicine solutions offered at Jersey Integrative Health and Wellness by booking an exam today. Schedule through the website or over the phone with either location.