Sports Injury Treatment
Sooner or later, you will probably suffer from some type of athletic
injury. Sports injury treatment can vary significantly, depending on
the type of injury, as well as the severity of your injury. However,
there are some basic principles that always apply.
Commonly referred to as
R.I.C.E., rest, ice, compression, and elevation are the first step in
successful injury treatment. Whether you have suffered a minor muscle
strain, an ankle sprain, or a torn ACL, R.I.C.E. is always your first
choice for treatment.
Below you will find links to more information on initially treating
sports
injuries. Start out with general information on proper acute injury
care, and then learn more about treating specific injuries.
As always, if you have a question that you cannot find an answer to,
please
contact me with your questions
Once you get the basics on acute injury care, check
out my resources on
sports injury rehab. These are the
key steps after the initial injury treatment.
Learn more about...
R.I.C.E
- The First StepsRest, ice, compression, and
elevation are the essential first steps in treating injury...learn why
here.
Treating
SwellingSwelling is a major problem, and
contributes to most injury symptoms. Treating it is the first step in
recovery.
Ice
Packs - Frozen Peas Anyone?Learn about ice packs,
and how to create your own, or pick the best for your injury.
Ice
MassageThis is a quick and easy way to apply ice
therapy for injuries like shin splints, plantar fasciitis, and other
muscle strains.
Ankle
Sprain TreatmentAll the keys to treating an ankle
sprain.
Ankle
Sprain SolutionsThe
complete guide to treating your ankle sprain. This downloadable e-book
will take you from your initial injury all the way back playing sports.
Broken
Ankle AdviceWhat you need to know about broken
ankles.
Meniscus
Tear TreatmentHow to treat a meniscus tear.
ACL
Knee Injury TreatmentTreating ACL injuries
Knee
BracesLearn what type of brace you need for your
specific injury, and the different braces that are available.
Keeping You Off The Sidelines...