Podiatry & Sports Medicine in Frisco, Little Elm, & McKinney
Certain sports and physical activities can put the health of your feet or ankles at risk. At Foot & Ankle Centers of Frisco, Little Elm, & McKinney, our team offers sports medicine for athletes and active adults. Our leading physicians use some of the latest diagnostics and treatment techniques to achieve optimal outcomes for each patient.
What Are Some Common Sports Injuries?
Ankle sprains, plantar fasciitis, and stress fractures are some of the most common sports injuries affecting the foot and ankle. Sports injuries can result in a number of symptoms, including bruising, pain, redness, and swelling. To reduce pain and swelling, it is important to rest, ice the wound, compress the injured area to reduce further strain, and elevate the wound.
What Is Sports Medicine?
Sports medicine in podiatry is a specialized field of medicine that focuses on preventing, diagnosing, and treating injuries and conditions related to the foot and ankle. It is an area of medicine that is quickly growing in popularity as more athletes and active individuals seek treatment to keep them healthy and performing at their best.
Our podiatrists are highly skilled in assessing, diagnosing, and treating of a wide range of foot and ankle conditions, as well as providing preventative care to help reduce future risks of injury.
At Foot & Ankle Centers of Frisco, Little Elm, & McKinney, our team provides information on topics such as proper stretching, proper footwear, and nutrition to help athletes and active individuals stay healthy and perform optimally.
How Are Sports Injuries Diagnosed?
At Foot & Ankle Centers of Frisco, Little Elm, & McKinney, one of our podiatrists will diagnose your sports injury by performing a physical exam and asking questions about the history of the injury. During the physical exam, our podiatrist will look for signs of swelling, tenderness, and deformity. They may also check the range of motion and test the strength of the foot and ankle muscles.
Depending on your condition, your doctor may also conduct diagnostic imaging tests to evaluate the structure of your foot and ankle. We offer several in-office imaging tests to safely, conveniently, and accurately diagnose your sports injury and see the extent of damage to your foot and ankle.
After your examination, the next step is developing the right treatment plan for your condition. In addition, our podiatrist can recommend rehabilitation to help you recover and regain your strength.
What Treatments Are Available For Sports Injuries?
Treatment depends on the type and severity of your sports injury. Foot & Ankle Centers of Frisco, Little Elm, & McKinney provides both surgical and nonsurgical treatment for sports injuries. If your condition is mild, your doctor may recommend conservative treatments, including:
- Anti-inflammatory medication
- Orthotics to support weakened joints and muscles
- Physical therapy
- Proper stretching techniques
- Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE)
- Taping and dressing the wound
- Night splints
- Cortisone injections
- Advice on how to prevent future injuries
If conservative treatment fails to improve your condition, your doctor may recommend surgery.