HandSport Surgery Institute is an orthopedic hand surgery practice with special expertise in sports medicine located in Manhattan. As two of the country\u2019s leading hand, wrist, and elbow surgeons specializing in minimally invasive surgery, Dr. Mark E. Pruzansky and Dr. Jason S. Pruzansky are committed to providing competitive and professional athletes with the highest level of care design to get them back on the field as soon as possible. If you sustain an injury during sports participation, exercise, or any other kind of physical activity, we encourage you to contact us quickly for a consultation.<\/p>\n
When seeking out a sports medicine surgeon, it\u2019s important to find one with the specialized training required to restore function and range of motion to injured patients to get you moving again\u2014as soon as possible. While many think of professional athletes when they think of \u201cSports Medicine,\u201d Dr. Mark Pruzansky and Dr. Jason Pruzansky also treat children, teenagers, and adults who become injured during a sports-related activity.<\/p>\n
A sports medicine orthopedic surgeon has received significant specialized training in the treatment and prevention of illness and injury, which includes comprehensive medical care for athletes, sports teams, and other active individuals participating in sports of all kinds. With three board certifications \u2013 hand surgery, orthopedic sports medicine & orthopedic surgery\u00a0\u2013 Dr. Mark Pruzansky is the top 1.9% (October, 2020) of surgeons in the country.<\/p>\n
A sports medicine surgeon\u2019s training may include:<\/p>\n
Surgeons in this field have specialized knowledge of musculoskeletal biomechanics, injury healing, and repair. They\u2019re experienced with treatment options, both surgical and non-surgical, relating back to sports-related injuries and competition. Most important, they balance the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, which enable patients to return to their activities as quickly and as safely as possible.<\/p>\n
Additionally, a Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeon will:<\/p>\n
If you experience pain or discomfort when engaging in physical or sports-related activity, or during activities of daily living, it is important to see a professional, as a delayed response to pain or discomfort could have long-term ramifications for overall performance and return to physical activity. Dr. Mark Pruzansky and Dr. Jason Pruzansky have the experience needed to help patients reach a diagnosis and review treatment options, designed to return them to their activities as soon as possible.<\/p>\n
Dr. Mark Pruzansky<\/a> and Dr. Jason Pruzansky<\/a> are known for their top-notch approach to patient care. The high staff-to-patient ratio enables a shorter check-in and check-out turnaround with more face-to-face consultation\u00a0time. Their approach to diagnosing and treating sports-related injuries is informed by a deep understanding of biomechanics; the body\u2019s kinetic chain and the transfer of energy from one part of the body to another. It is this\u00a0knowledge that enables them to treat injuries and conditions to the upper extremities.<\/p>\n Rather than attempting to treat solely the location of the injury site, Dr. Mark Pruzansky and Dr. Jason Pruzansky treat the complex structures surrounding the injury. Because the body is a dynamic unit with interdependent segments, this method of treatment searches for factors outside of the hand to the elbow, which may be contributing to the problem.<\/p>\n Sprains and repetitive strain injuries are common injuries sustained while engaging in sports activities.\u00a0Fractures and dislocations are also quite common, due to unpredictable high impact contact sports. Forceful physical impact with external forces such as balls, sports implements, and other players remain the most frequent cause of\u00a0injury.<\/p>\n Common injuries to the upper extremities include:<\/p>\n In most cases, Dr. Jason Pruzansky and Dr. Mark Pruzansky will want to avoid surgical intervention. After properly diagnosing your injury, an assessment will be made to determine whether or not your injury can be treated with conservative measures or if surgical intervention is required. In many cases, acute injuries will respond to rest, ice, compression, and elevation.<\/p>\n Injuries involving broken bones, sprains, and dislocations may be splinted or casted to immobilize the affected\u00a0region in order to promote healing. With a specialization in minimally-invasive surgical techniques, reconstruction, and physical rehabilitation, the surgeons at HandSport Surgery Institute are the premier practice of its kind in New York City.<\/p>\nSports Injuries<\/h3>\n
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If You Believe You Have a Sports Injury, Contact HandSport Surgery Institute<\/h2>\n