What is Sports Medicine?

Sports Medicine is a concentration surrounding injuries related to sports and exercise.It is a branch of science which focuses on preventative methods for injuries or stress affecting muscles and joints.Sports Medicine develops diagnosis and treatments implemented in conjunction with physical therapy,manual therapy,and chiropractic care.

Sports Medicine Doctor

Sports Medicine Doctor aims to prevent injuries in relation to sports practice,as well as planning the training for the correct progression of physical state.In the sports medicine service,our objective is to give personalized attention(educational,guidance,preventive,curative and rehabilitative)to people who practice or want to practice a sport or physical activity,with a philosophy of quality,safety and a high degree of efficiency.

Chiropractic Care

Chiropractic is a healing art,science,and philosophy that deals with the spinal column and its associated structures – particularly the vertebrae,intervertebral discs,and the facet joints that guide motion in the posterior of the spine.The spinal column is the bone protection for the delicate spinal cord,and because of spinal nerves exit from between each and every bone of the spine,there is also a neurological component to chiropractic care that can have far-reaching effects on one’s overall health.

Chiropractic sometimes incorporates certain physical therapy modalities,exercises,and massage techniques,but at MaxWell Medical,these treatments are generally left to their respective specialists.In fact,this is one of the strengths of our integrated,multi-specialty approach.All our providers focus on what they do best without the patient,having to sacrifice quality of care.

Acupuncture

The ancient Chinese believed that there is a universal life force energy called Chi or Qi present in every living creature. This energy is said to circulate throughout the body along specific pathways that are called meridians. As long as this energy flows freely through the meridians,health is maintained,but once the flow of energy is blocked,the system is disrupted and pain and illness occur. Imagine rivers that flood and cause disasters or an electrical grid short-circuiting that causes blackouts.

Acupuncture works to “reprogram” and restores normal functions by stimulating certain points on the meridians in order to free up the Chi energy. The acupuncture technique that has been most studied scientifically involves penetrating the skin with thin,solid,metallic needles that are manipulated by the hands or by electrical stimulation.

Trigger Point Therapy

Trigger points are described as hyperirritable spots in skeletal muscle and are a common cause of pain.Treatment of trigger points and their pain complexes are handled by physiatrists,osteopaths,physical therapists and massage therapists.

Trigger points may be caused by a number of factors,including acute or chronic muscle overload or direct trauma to the region.Trigger points can appear in many myofascial structures including muscles,tendons,ligaments,skin,and scar tissue.When present in muscles there is often pain and weakness in the associated structures.These pain patterns in muscles follow specific nerve pathways and have been readily mapped to allow for identification of the causative pain factors.

Diagnostic Testing

X-raysare performed on a limited basis within our diagnostic testing center in NYC. The use of X-rays is crucial to the care during treatment. X-rays help make sense of instability. It shows the bony abnormalities that may be present due to any degenerative changes. Often times,X-rays are used to rule out or discover the presence of arthritis,fractures or trauma occurring due to injury.

Electromyography (EMG)a nerve conductive test that examines the sensory nerves and muscles. In order to evaluate a patients’ nerve response,this is performed within our facility. For an overall diagnosis,it is vital to rule out any neurological problems and to make sure that motor strength and reflexes are conducting well. It often reveals any possible nerve damage or pinched nerves that a patient may be suffering from.