Physical activity is important to a person’s overall health and well-being. Whether it’s sports or exercise, being physically active makes you feel good. The benefits of physical activity are plenty. Decreasing inflammation in the body, reducing the risk of heart disease, and weight loss are just a few examples that are scientifically proven.
A sports medicine doctor is a physician whose field of expertise is the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sports injuries. Here’s a sports medicine physician’s guide to a healthy active lifestyle.
Understand That Each Person Has Different Exercise Capacity
Not everyone has the same strength and endurance at one moment. These are gradually increased through conditioning. If you are just starting, exercise doesn’t need to be vigorous and strenuous. Also, avoid a sudden increase in intensity. Moderate exercise that increases your heart rate for at least thirty minutes per day can produce health benefits.
The expertise of a sports medicine doctor is very beneficial to patients with chronic diseases or physical limitations who can benefit from physical activity but don’t know where to start.
Stay Hydrated
Hydration is important for any physical activity. If you are well-hydrated, your body is better able to regulate temperature and your heart does not work as hard to maintain normal blood pressure. Hydration is also important for oxygen and nutrients to circulate in your body and reach your muscles.
Take Injury Prevention Seriously
Sports injuries cannot be prevented 100 percent of the time, however, the risk can be drastically reduced. Make sure you are in the right condition for the activity, which begins with being well-rested, eating healthy foods, and warming up for the activity. A conditioning program can help build your strength, keep you flexible, improve endurance, and reduce injury risk.
No matter your age and ability, a sports medicine physician can create a conditioning program only for you. Sports medicine doctors ensure their patients, who are amateur athletes, school athletes, professional athletes, weekend warriors, and those who are active have individualized conditioning programs that improve their sports performance and help them reach their fitness goals.
Seek Expert Treatment for an Injury
A sports medicine physician can quickly diagnose and expertly treat your injury. Their expertise in sports injuries gives them the ability to identify what exactly caused your injury and how you can avoid it in the future. Sports injuries are often due to poor form or technique or overuse, and your doctor will make recommendations to help you avoid these issues. A good rehabilitation program can help you make a faster recovery and return to your pre-injury condition.
If you want to remain active for as long as possible, you could benefit from the in-depth knowledge and specialized services of a sports medicine physician
Sports Medicine Physician in San Antonio, Boerne, Floresville, Hondo, Kenedy, Live Oak, TX
If you’ve injured your foot and ankle through sports or exercise, the podiatrists at The Podiatry Group of South Texas, who are also trained in sports medicine, can provide you with expert care. All of our providers are extensively trained, highly experienced, and deeply committed to helping our patients achieve optimal physical health.
To make an appointment, call our podiatry clinic nearest you or use our online form. We look forward to helping you get back on track.
