Sports Injuries

Sports Medicine & Non-Surgical Sports Medicine Physicians located in Brentwood, Los Angeles, CA

Pushing your body when playing a sport puts you at risk of injury. When you have a sports injury and want to recover quickly, Michael Sheps, DC, and the multispeciality health team at Pacific Coast Orthopedic Sports Medicine in Brentwood can help. The sports medicine clinic uses advanced nonsurgical techniques for sports injuries that support the body’s natural healing process and help you get back in the game quickly. Call the office in Los Angeles, California, today, or book an appointment online to learn more about treatments for sports injuries at Pacific Coast Sports Medicine.

Why are sports injuries common?

Sports injuries are common because physical activity can be tough on the body. Not everyone who plays sports gets injuries. However, you’re at greater risk of injuring yourself if you use improper technique, overtrain, or use the wrong equipment.

Common sports injuries include:

  • Ankle sprains
  • Muscle strains
  • Tendonitis
  • Tennis and golfer’s elbow
  • Knee pain
  • Shoulder pain
  • Back pain
  • Neck pain
  • Arthritis

Sports injuries aren’t limited to athletes. You can also get overuse injuries if you have a job or hobby that requires repetitive movements, like factory work or gardening.

When do sports injuries need expert care?

All acute sports injuries need expert care. Getting an evaluation right away may prevent further damage so you can recover faster. You also need expert care if your sports injury doesn’t improve within a few days or gets worse. 

Pacific Coast Orthopedic Sports Medicine also recommends scheduling an evaluation if you have a chronic overuse sports injury that causes pain, limits movement, or affects your quality of life.

You should also schedule an appointment at the sports medicine clinic if your recovery is taking longer than expected. 

What treatments heal sports injuries?

Pacific Coast Orthopedic Sports Medicine customizes treatment plans for sports injuries so you get the best outcomes. They spend time going over your personalized plan and educate you about daily self-care and rehabilitation techniques you can do at home to support your recovery.

Treatment for sports injuries at Pacific Coast Orthopedic Sports Medicine may include:

  • Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE)
  • Activity modification
  • Bracing, splinting, or taping
  • Physical therapy
  • Laser therapy
  • Shockwave therapy
  • Chiropractic care
  • Spinal decompression
  • McKenzie Method®
  • Nutrition therapy
  • Dietary supplements
  • Acupuncture
  • Lymphatic drainage
  • Cannabidiol (CBD)

The sports medicine clinic focuses on providing all possible nonsurgical treatment options to heal your injury. However, when appropriate, you may meet with one of the specialists at Pacific Coast Orthopedic Sports Medicine to discuss surgical interventions.

Pacific Coast Orthopedic Sports Medicine provides comprehensive care for sports injuries, providing therapies that help you heal quickly and safely and reduce the risk of a recurrence.

Call Pacific Coast Orthopedic Sports Medicine: Michael Sheps, DC today or schedule your sports injury consultation online.