Sports Injury

Ligament Tear refers to a partial or complete rupture of the fibrous connective tissue that stabilizes and supports a joint. Ligaments are tough bands of collagen that connect bones to one another, ensuring proper alignment and preventing excessive joint movement. When a joint is subjected to sudden twisting, overstretching, or impact, the ligament fibers can tear, leading to pain, swelling, instability, and restricted movement. Common sites of ligament injuries include the knee (ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL), ankle (lateral ligament complex), shoulder (acromioclavicular or glenohumeral ligaments), and wrist. our management approach focuses on restoring joint stability, mobility and strength while preventing long-term complications such as stiffness or recurrent injury. 

Meniscal Tear is one of the most common knee injuries, involving damage to the meniscus — a C-shaped piece of cartilage that acts as a shock absorber and stabilizer between the thigh bone (femur) and shin bone (tibia). A meniscal tear usually occurs due to sudden twisting or pivoting movements, often during sports or physical activity, though it can also result from degenerative changes in older adults where the cartilage becomes weaker and more prone to tearing. Typical symptoms include knee pain, swelling, stiffness and a sensation of the knee locking or sudden instability. The discomfort may worsen when squatting, climbing stairs, or rotating the leg. 

A Concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that occurs when a sudden impact or rapid movement of the head causes the brain to move or shake within the skull. This movement can lead to temporary disruption of normal brain function, affecting balance, coordination, memory and concentration. Concussions are common in contact sports. Typical symptoms of a concussion include headache, dizziness, confusion, blurred vision, nausea, balance disturbance and difficulty concentrating. In some cases, individuals may experience temporary loss of consciousness, though this is not always present.

Overuse Injuries occur when repetitive stress is placed on muscles, tendons, ligaments, or joints without giving them adequate time to recover. Unlike acute injuries that happen suddenly (such as sprains or fractures), overuse injuries develop gradually over time due to microscopic tissue damage that accumulates with repeated motion. These injuries are common among athletes, fitness enthusiasts and individuals engaged in repetitive occupational or daily activities. Overuse can result from improper technique, muscle imbalance, inadequate warm-up, poor posture or sudden increases in training intensity or volume. Common examples include tendinitis, stress fractures, bursitis, runner’s knee and shin splints.

Muscular Strain, commonly referred to as a muscle pull, occurs when the muscle fibers are overstretched or torn due to excessive force, sudden movement or improper use of the muscle. This injury often develops during sports activities, heavy lifting, poor posture or sudden acceleration and deceleration movements. Patients typically experience sharp pain, localized tenderness, swelling, stiffness and reduced range of motion in the affected area. In severe cases, bruising, muscle weakness or visible deformity may also be present. Commonly affected muscles include the hamstrings, quadriceps, calf, lower back and shoulder muscles. 

Rotator Cuff Impingement Syndrome is a common shoulder condition that occurs when the rotator cuff tendons - the group of muscles and tendons responsible for stabilizing and moving the shoulder - become compressed or irritated as they pass beneath the acromion, the bony arch of the shoulder blade. This impingement leads to pain, inflammation and restricted shoulder movement, especially during activities that involve lifting the arm overhead. It often develops due to repetitive shoulder motion, poor posture, muscle imbalance or degenerative changes that reduce the space available for the tendons to glide smoothly. If left untreated, impingement can progress to tendinitis or rotator cuff tears.