Everyone who participates in sport, at whatever level, is at risk of injury. Such injuries can occur suddenly (so called “acute” injuries) or they can develop over a period of time (sometimes called “overuse” injuries).

 

The key to a full recovery from injury is an accurate initial diagnosis and a clear treatment plan. The Sports Doctor’s role is to ensure and co-ordinate that these two things happen.

 

An accurate diagnosis is formulated from the history of injury, examination findings and appropriate investigations (e.g. X-rays or MRI scans). Treatment recommended may include physiotherapy, injection treatment or referral for surgery. Sometimes a combination of treatments works best.

 

Other advice following injury may include advice on technique, advice regarding equipment or foot wear modification and advice retraining schedules.