Stay Active, Stay Safe: Managing Summertime Injuries
Summer brings plenty of sunshine and ample opportunity to get active. Hiking, white-water rafting, mountain biking–you’ve got options. Plus, two-a-days will be here before you know it.
Unfortunately, this increased activity can also increase the risk of injury, especially overuse injuries. The good news? You don’t have to let an injury keep you on the sidelines. At Sievers Sports Medicine, our medical team is here to help you stay healthy, recover quickly, and get back to doing what you love.
Common Summer Injuries We See in Our Clinic
As sports medicine specialists, we often see an uptick in specific injuries as people head outdoors. Here are some of the common ones to watch out for:
If You’re Playing Summer Sports
- Ankle sprains and knee strains from running and hiking, particularly on uneven terrain
- Rotator cuff injuries and tennis elbow from activities like baseball, tennis, and swimming
- Shin splints and stress fractures from ramping up your activity level too quickly– especially running
- Tendinitis and bursitis from repetitive motion in sports or work
- Muscle strains from improper warm-ups or overexertion
If You’re Just Enjoying Your Summer Vacation
- Flare-ups of arthritis or joint pain triggered by overuse or heat-induced inflammation
- Low back pain from doing yard work or other chores without proper posture
- Shoulder and wrist injuries from falls during biking, skateboarding, pickleball, or hiking
- Dehydration and heat-related illnesses that affect muscle function and recovery
Staff Spotlight: Brandie Drury
Brandie brings a strong foundation in health and wellness to our team, holding a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Sport Sciences with a minor in Health Promotion from Texas Tech University. Her background fuels her passion for helping patients feel their best and supporting their care with attention to detail and a warm, welcoming approach.
Outside the clinic, Brandie enjoys lifting weights at home with her husband, cooking up new recipes, exploring new places through travel, and spending quality time with family and friends. Her active lifestyle and dedication to health carry over into everything she does, making her a valued part of our team.
Our Team Is Here to Support Your Recovery
Staying active is part of what makes summer great, but it’s important to recognize when your body needs professional support to heal and rebuild. That’s where we come in. Here’s what Sievers Sports Medicine can do to help you manage summertime injuries:
Thorough, Personalized Injury Assessments
Every successful recovery starts with an accurate diagnosis. Our on-site diagnostic imaging, including X-rays and ultrasound, gives us a clear picture of what’s happening inside your joints, muscles, and tendons. This means we can detect issues like fractures, dislocations, or ligament tears and get you the treatment you need.
Remember, we offer same-day urgent care to help you address acute injuries as quickly as possible.
Advanced, Targeted Treatment Options
Once we understand your injury, our team will create a tailored program to address it. We offer several advanced techniques here in our clinic:
- Ultrasound-Guided Injections: Using an ultrasound machine, these injections deliver powerful anti-inflammatory medication directly to the affected area. Real-time imaging ensures accuracy and better results with less discomfort.
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy: PRP uses a small sample of your own blood to isolate platelets, which we then inject into injured tissues. These platelets have healing properties that can facilitate recovery in soft tissue injuries like tendonitis, ligament sprains, or overuse-related joint pain.
- Percutaneous Needle Tenotomy (PNT): This minimally invasive technique can treat chronic tendon pain, such as tennis elbow or Achilles tendinosis. We use a thin needle to break up unhealthy tissue, stimulating healing and reducing pain over time.
- Stemwave Therapy: This regenerative therapy uses acoustic wave technology to stimulate blood flow and cellular repair. It’s non-invasive and particularly useful for chronic pain, soft tissue injuries, and joint stiffness.
- On-Site Bracing, Casting, and Splinting: For injuries requiring joint support, our team offers custom-fit braces, casts, or splints right here in the clinic. These help protect injured areas while allowing controlled movement so you can heal safely and avoid further damage.
Comprehensive Follow-Up & Preventive Care
Your recovery doesn’t end when the pain fades. We can refer you to a physical therapist or other specialist if you require comprehensive rehabilitation. If needed, we can also help you develop a sport-specific return-to-play schedule to help you safely and easily return to activity. We also offer wellness services and performance education for athletes and active individuals who want to stay at the top of their game.
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Recipe of the Month: Salmon Burgers
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless salmon fillets about 1lb 4oz in total, cut into chunks
- 2 tbsp Thai red curry paste
- thumb-size piece fresh root ginger, grated
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 bunch coriander, half chopped, half leaves picked
- 1 tsp vegetable oil
- lemon wedges, to serve
For the salad:
- 2 carrots
- half large or 1 small cucumber
- 2 tbsp white wine vinegar
- 1 tsp golden caster sugar
Instructions:
- Tip the salmon into a food processor with the paste, ginger, soy and chopped coriander. Pulse until roughly minced.
- Tip out the mix and shape into 4 burgers. Heat the oil in a non-stick frying pan, then fry the burgers for 4-5 mins on each side, turning until crisp and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, use a swivel peeler to peel strips of carrot and cucumber into a bowl. Toss with the vinegar and sugar until the sugar has dissolved, then toss through the coriander leaves.
- Divide the salad between 4 plates. Serve with the burgers and rice.
Don’t Let Pain Slow You Down This Summer
Whether you’ve twisted an ankle on a trail run or developed shoulder pain after a weekend on the pickleball court, Sievers Sports Medicine is here to help. Our team is committed to helping you move better, feel better, and stay active all season long. Call us today to learn more about finding the right treatment for your needs.
Patient Success
“Dr. Sievers has always given my daughter the absolute best care! He works closely with our athletes and always does what he can to get them back into action as quickly and as safely as possible. We will always go to him for our injuries. Thank you for all you do Doc!” – S.R.
Meet Our Team
Dr. Joel Sievers
(MD) Medical Provider
Melisa Valmoria
Physicians Assistant
Maira Luna
Medical Assistant
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