The OrthTeam are a group of highly skilled consultants based at the multi-million-pound OrthTeam Centre in Didsbury, Manchester. The facility offers patients world-class expertise combined with state-of-the-art diagnostics.
My son had a knock to his head whilst playing rugby, he seems okay but what concussion signs should I look out for, just to be on the safe side?
Concussion is common in children following head injuries and is very important to diagnose so it can be managed appropriately, with time off sport and possibly school also. Common symptoms include:
● Headache
● Dizziness
● Neck pain
● Feeling faint
● Blurred or double vision
● Nausea
● Sore neck
● Getting tired a lot
● Trouble sustaining attention or easily distracted
● Difficulty concentrating
● Feeling confused or forgetful
If you’re concerned, please see a sport and exercise medicine consultant for further advice.
Dr John Rogers, OrthTeam Sport and Exercise Medicine Consultant.
I enjoy regular exercise, however around my period I often feel too exhausted – why is this and how can I counteract it?
Getting to know your body around your menstrual cycle is really important for every active female. Using a tracker can help you to recognise the symptoms which can also help you to optimise training throughout your whole cycle. Menstrual cycle symptoms are very individual. For some people, premenstrual symptoms can show as fatigue as in your case, and for others could be increased bloating or achiness in the joints. For your fatigue symptoms, it can help to modify activity that week. Add in exercise that’s lower impact but beneficial for your recovery such as yoga or Pilates – movement will help even if you feel tired. Make sure you get good quality sleep, hydration and try to have good fats and complex carbohydrates in your diet this phase in particular. You can undertake intense exercise but focus more on lower intensity endurance (which can be optimal in this phase) than top speed, high-intensity work.
Dr Rebecca Robinson, OrthTeam Sport and Exercise Medicine Consultant.
I started running earlier this year and want to continue throughout the colder months. How can I help winter-proof/ protect my joints?
I would encourage you to stay physically active over the winter as this has huge benefits for our health. For injury prevention, undertake a 15-minute muscle activation circuit before you go out for the run, so you’re warm and your muscles are prepared for exercise. Build in two separate strength sessions per week, focusing on the muscles of your legs, hip/pelvis and core. This will help prevent injury and aid in training for improved performance into 2025! As you will be potentially running in the dark, invest in a head torch to help you avoid any trips or falls.
Dr Jim Kerss, OrthTeam Sport and Exercise Medicine Consultant.
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