Sports Injuries in Parker, Colorado
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Whether you’re a pro athlete, student-athlete, or weekend warrior, if you’re injured, you want treatments that are tailored to your needs so you can return to activity quickly. Podiatrists Kevin Blue, DPM, FACFAS, Ryan Muchowski, DPM, and their team are skilled in treating sports injuries in athletes of all levels and ages, including those affecting pediatric patients. At Colorado Foot + Ankle Sports Medicine, patients in and around Parker, Colorado, can receive podiatric care using state-of-the-art technology and techniques to help them recover quickly and fully, so they can regain their mobility, flexibility, and strength. Plus, they offer guidance to help athletes train and play safely and prevent future injuries.
How Are Sports Injuries Treated?
Sports injuries are typically managed through a range of treatment options, starting with conservative measures aimed at promoting healing and restoring function. Initial treatments often include therapeutic exercises tailored to the specific injury, which help in strengthening the affected area and improving flexibility. Custom orthotics may be prescribed to provide proper support and alignment, while casting and splinting are used to immobilize the injured part, allowing it to heal properly. These noninvasive approaches are generally effective for many types of sports injuries. However, when these methods are insufficient, and the injury is severe or not responding to conservative treatments, surgical intervention may be necessary to repair the damage and ensure optimal recovery.
Colorado Foot + Ankle Sports Medicine Reviews
I got in quickly, started treatment, will have a followup. Easy ability to contact for information. My visit initiated with the doctor. In-office x-rays, specialization. All around foot care.
Everyone was great,Very professional. I was totally impressed with the DR.
I had a lot of pain at the back of my heel, and imaging showed that I had a partially torn Achilles and a bone spur behind the tendon. I went to an orthopedic surgeon (not at this practice) who told me I needed to learn how to deal with the pain because nothing could be done. I went to Dr. Blue for a second opinion and I'm glad that I did! Dr. Blue took the time to actually listen to me. I never felt rushed during my appointments with him. Unfortunately I needed surgery to fix the problems, but now, three months later, I'm feeling so much better! His office staff is also great and very friendly. Altogether a wonderful experience and I highly recommend Dr. Blue.
Dr. Muchowski was fantastic with removing my kiddos ingrown toenail. Office staff is super friendly as well!
Everyone was very professional Dr very kind
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What causes most sports injuries in the foot and ankle?
Most sports injuries can be classified as direct-impact injuries, which occur when an object (or another person) comes in contact with your foot or ankle, or indirect-impact injuries, like twists or “torquing” movements from pivoting or other movements. Many foot and ankle injuries occur as a result of repetitive stress from running or jumping that causes wear and tear on the:
• Joints
• Ligaments
• Tendons
• Soft tissues
Over time, these repetitive strains can cause damage on their own, or they can weaken the tissues and structures of your foot so it’s more prone to injuries. Some injuries can be caused by footwear that doesn’t fit properly or provide enough support for your foot. Still others occur when an athlete skips doing warm-up stretches and exercises prior to participating in a sport or activity, or when they use an improper form or technique during play.
What kinds of sports injuries are most likely to occur in the feet and ankles?
Your feet and ankles contain dozens of bones, tendons, ligaments, and other tissues, and athletic activities can cause injuries to any of these. Still, there are some sports injuries that are more common, like:
• Fractures
• Sprains or torn ligaments
• Strains and tendon injuries like tendonitis
• Muscle injuries and deep bruising
• Joint injuries
Kids sometimes experience injuries in their growth plates, the ends of the bones that are still growing and developing. When that happens, proper treatment is critical to prevent deformities that can cause mobility issues all the way through adulthood.
How are sports injuries treated and diagnosed?
The team at Colorado Foot + Ankle Sports Medicine has extensive training in diagnosing and treating sports-related injuries in athletes of all skill levels, in all types of sports, and at all ages, including student-athletes in:
• Elementary school
• Middle school
• High school
• College
Diagnosis begins with a review of your medical history and your symptoms, followed by a visual evaluation of your foot or ankle. Sometimes, the team at Colorado Foot + Ankle Sports Medicine will use gentle movements of your foot or ankle to assess the injury. In many cases, they'll order diagnostic imaging, like X-rays or CT scans.
Colorado Foot + Ankle Sports Medicine believes strongly in providing highly customized treatment plans to help patients experience a full recovery so they can return to their activities as soon as possible. Treatment begins with conservative options like therapeutic exercises, custom orthotics, casting, and splinting, with surgery reserved for injuries that can’t be effectively treated with these approaches.