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Southeast Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

650 S. Mt. Auburn Rd.
Suite 101 & 201
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
573.519.4960

Athletes of all ages and skill levels can benefit from expert care. Whether you're dealing with an injury or trying to perfect your form, the sports medicine doctors, physical therapists and athletic trainers at SoutheastHEALTH can help.

Sports Medicine Conditions We Treat

Athletes of all ages come to us with a variety of concerns, including injuries, orthopedic concerns and general health conditions.

Mild strains and sprains can benefit from initial treatment at home using the R.I.C.E. method.
If you have a mild strain or sprain, try R.I.C.E. Show me how.

Reviewed 10/6/2022

Treating sports injuries. Mild strains and sprains can benefit from initial treatment at home using the R.I.C.E. method.

Using the R.I.C.E. method is a good first treatment for mild sprains or strains. The benefits include pain relief, reduced inflammation and faster healing.

Start R.I.C.E. right after a mild sprain or strain. Continue for at least 48 hours.

Keep scrolling to learn how to use R.I.C.E.

REST

  • Reduce your activity as needed.
  • Use crutches if you need to.

ICE

  • Put ice on right away to keep the swelling down.
  • Use ice for 20 minutes at a time, 4 to 8 times a day.
  • You can use a cold pack, an ice bag, or a plastic bag filled with crushed ice and wrapped in a towel.

COMPRESSION

  • Compress the injured area to keep the swelling down and support the injured area.
  • You can use elastic wraps, air casts, splints or special boots.

    • ELEVATION

    • Keep the injured area elevated on a pillow above the level of your heart, if possible. This will help reduce swelling.

    GET HELP IF:

    • The injury causes severe pain, swelling or numbness.
    • You can't put any weight on the injured area.
    • The pain or ache of an old injury is accompanied by increased swelling or joint abnormality or instability.
    • Pain or other symptoms worsen after using R.I.C.E.

    NEED CRUTCHES AFTER AN INJURY? FIND OUT HOW TO USE THEM SAFELY.

    GET SAFETY TIPS

    Sources: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons; National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases

    Sources

    Issues we care for include:

    • Arthritis, including osteoarthritis, and shoulder and elbow arthritis
    • Cartilage injuries
    • Concussion
    • Exercise-related illnesses, including exercise-induced asthma
    • Fractures
    • Heat illness
    • Hip, knee, shoulder, elbow, ankle and wrist sprains and strains
    • Plantar fasciitis
    • Skin conditions
    • Tendinitis and tendinosis

    Our Sports Medicine Doctors and Physical Therapists

    SoutheastHEALTH's experienced sports medicine team includes:

    • Specially trained sports medicine doctors
    • Board certified surgeons
    • Physical therapists
    • Certified athletic trainers

    With all our providers, you'll receive one-on-one care that's focused on you. We take the time to get to know you and understand your concerns and goals. We are on your team.

    Our providers will help you heal and regain movement, flexibility and strength. Our goal is to help you to transition back to the activities you love in a way that's safe and designed for long-term success.

    Perfect Your Form With Advanced Sports Medicine Technology

    At Southeast Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, we offer advanced technology and programs that can help athletes perfect their form and prevent injury.

    For example, we use dorsaVi sensors to analyze an athlete's movements and determine if they are ready to return to activity. This technology also helps us develop exercise programs that can reduce an athlete's risk of future injury.

    People who develop pain after starting a running program are among those who benefit from dorsaVi. Our Runners Rehab Program uses this and other tools to analyze running patterns and identify issues. Our team then develops an individualized program to help address the issues.

    Sports Medicine Support for Community Teams

    Southeast Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is proud to support many teams in southeast Missouri. We are the official sports medicine providers for Southeast Missouri State University, Cape Catfish, Advance Hornets, Cape Central, Chaffee Red Devils, Delta Bobcats, Dexter Bearcats, Eagle Ridge Christian Eagles, Jackson Indians, Leopold Wildcats, Oran Eagles, Scott City Rams, Woodland Cardinals and Zalma Bulldogs.

    Make a Sports Medicine Appointment

    Call 573.519.4960 today to make an appointment with a sports medicine specialist.