While the goal is to prevent them, it is nevertheless useful to know what injuries are most prevalent because young athletes compete all year long and it seems like new problems are continuously developing. The knee and shoulder are the most often injured joints in athletics, followed by the other joints.
Sports injuries can be categorised into three categories: acute, overuse, and chronic, according to Dr. Sharif Dudekula, Consultant Arthroscopic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist at Medicover Hospital in Navi Mumbai.
Typical sports injuries
According to Dr. Sharif Dudekula, the most frequent sports injuries include:
1. Sprain of the ligament holding the two bones together,
2. Strain of the muscle’s insertion tendon on the bone
3. The anterior cruciate ligament and menisci are frequently injured in knee injuries.
4. Shoulder injuries, including anterior shoulder dislocation and rotator cuff rupture, are very prevalent.
5. Golfer’s and tennis elbow
6. Then came fractures, head injuries, plantar fasciitis, etc.
Knee Injury No. 7
“If there is an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury following a knee injury, the patient presented with discomfort, swelling that appeared right away after the injury, an inability to bear weight, and stiffness of the joint,” he continued. All signs of meniscal damage are the same, with the exception of swelling, which develops over time.
Treatment
“In acute cases, go for ice pack treatment, knee immobiliser, enough painkillers, and intensive physiotherapy once the pain passes,” suggested Dr. Sharif Dudekula. The patient with a persistent full ACL damage had knee instability and had trouble climbing stairs. The patient then requires ACL restoration for acute circumstances similar to ACL injury caused by meniscal injuries. Depending on the condition of the menisci, patients with chronic diseases may require meniscectomy or meniscal repair.
“If there is a rotator cuff injury, the patient typically presented with discomfort, edoema, and inability to lift the hand,” he noted while discussing shoulder injuries. Along with the aforementioned symptoms, an anterior shoulder dislocation causes a deformity of the limb (attitude) in flexion, abduction, and external rotation. The patient presents to the doctor while supporting his forearm with another hand.
In light of this, he proposed that “Treatment for shoulder injuries relies upon whether sort of injury occurred. For immediate stabilisation in acute circumstances, use an arm pouch sling, an ice pack, and enough pain medication. Once the discomfort has subsided, perform shoulder ROM and rotator cuff strengthening activities. For an acute dislocation, perform a closed reduction of the joint and 2 to 3 weeks of shoulder immobilisation before gradually restoring shoulder range of motion. Choose rotator cuff repair for persistent dislocations and Bankert’s repair or remplissage for persistent rotator cuff injuries with noticeable symptoms.
Dr. Sharif Dudekula said, “These are usually treated with rest, ice application, compression, and limb elevation and followed by adequate physiotherapy.” He emphasised that sprain and strain are typically manifested by pain, swelling, and an inability to bear weight if the injury is to the lower limb.
Dos:
Following an injury, Dr. Sharif Dudekula advised you to take good care of your limb by getting enough rest and using ice packs. He suggested:
1. Splint or brace the affected limb.
2. Elevating the limbs to reduce swelling
3. After the damage has healed, you should receive the proper rehabilitation.
4. If there is an open fracture, use TT injection.
Don’ts:
Dr. Sharif Dudekula advises that someone who has been hurt should stay away from:
1. hot water fusion,
2. Massage the area of the injury
3. Postpone athletics till you’re healthy.
4. As soon as the discomfort is gone, begin range of motion exercises for the joint instead of keeping it immobile for a lengthy time.
Prevention advice
Dr. Sharif Dudekula suggested the following to avoid sports-related injuries:
1. Shortening the sport activity’s frequency, intensity, and duration
2. Sportspeople, athletes, and those engaging in sports activities do so under the correct supervision of professionals, such as physiotherapists or qualified individuals.
3. Depending on the weather and your level of exercise, drink enough water to stay hydrated.
4. Consume enough nutrition to perform well.
5. Use the appropriate equipment when engaging in sports or exercise.
6. Engage in appropriate muscle-strengthening exercise
7. Always warm up and stretch sufficiently before engaging in an activity or exercise, and do the same afterward.
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