At GC Sports Med, we assess and manage a range of exercise-related medical conditions to ensure patients can train and compete safely.
Cortisone injections serve both a diagnostic and therapeutic role in managing musculoskeletal conditions:
Diagnostic Use: If a cortisone injection provides significant temporary relief, it confirms that the targeted area is the primary pain source.
Therapeutic Use: It can reduce inflammation and pain, particularly in conditions such as tendinopathies, bursitis, and joint inflammation.
Concussions occur due to impacts to the head, causing temporary brain dysfunction.Symptoms include; headache, dizziness, confusion, memory loss, nausea, sensitivity to light/noise.
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Narrowing of the airways triggered by physical activity, leading to shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing.
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Can occur due to dehydration, heat stress, or post-exercise hypotension.
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Includes heat exhaustion and heat stroke, resulting from excessive heat exposure and inadequate hydration.
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Essential for athletes and individuals engaging in high-intensity exercise to identify any underlying medical conditions that may increase health risks.
Assessment Includes:
For individuals traveling to high-altitude environments for sport or adventure activities.
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ASSESSMENT
Evaluating the patient’s health, training history, and exercise-related symptoms.
DIAGNOSIS
Utilising clinical evaluation and diagnostic testing to determine the underlying condition.
EDUCATION
Ensuring patients understand their condition and how to manage it effectively.
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