Sports Medicine
Sports medicine is a subspecialty of orthopedics that deals with the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries suffered during athletic activity. The goal of treatment is to heal and rehabilitate the injury so patients can return to their favorite activities quickly, whether it’s Little League, recreational play or a high school, college or professional sport.
As with a sports team, there are many physicians who work together to help the patient regain maximum use of the injured limb or joint. "Players" on the team are typically the physician, orthopedic surgeon, rehabilitation specialist, athletic trainer and physical therapist – and the patient him/herself.
Common injuries treated include:
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Physical Therapy
Orthopedic physical therapy involves the rehabilitation of an injured bone, muscle, tendon, ligament, joint or limb. The injury may have been acute (the result of one incident) or chronic (long-term). The patient may begin physical therapy after an injury or surgical procedure to improve the function of the injured part of the body.
Rehabilitation programs are tailored to each patient with the goals of relieving pain and restoring maximum function to the injured area. Stretching and strengthening exercises are critical. Improvement is sought in strength, flexibility, mobility, coordination, posture, balance, gait, cardiopulmonary health, and pain. Treatment modalities may include massage, whirlpools, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, heat and cold applications, or alternative therapies. For athletes, rehabilitation typically involves a dual fitness program of weights and cardiovascular training.
Arthroscopic Surgery Associates does not provide on-site physical therapy but patient will be provided with a list of physical therapists that Dr. Mochizuki refers to regularly. Call Dr. Mochizuki to discuss further treatment options.
Testimonial
"As a family physician I have referred patients to Dr. Mochizuki over the last 20 years with consistently good reports from my patients on his excellent care and exceptional surgical skills and results.
I was further impressed when due to an unfortunate accident I needed orthopedic repair of a ruptured tendon. The results of my surgery have again enforced my endorsement of the orthopedic skills of Dr. Mochizuki."
Brenton R. Smith, M.D., FAAFP
"Dr. Mochizuki has performed procedures on myself as well as on my own mother and my son. The results in each case were outstanding, and I would highly recommend Dr. Mochizuki to anyone with no reservations. He is a highly skilled orthopedic surgeon who has his patients health and well being as his highest priority, and his skills as an orthopedic surgeon are unparalleled."
Lenny Spivak, M.D., FICS, FACS
"A wonderful person and an outstanding orthopedic surgeon. I couldn't have had better results from my shoulder surgery. I have and will continue to recommend you to my family and friends."
Stephen Davis, M.D.
As a health care provider I knew of Dr. Mochizuki's good reputation, so I chose him to do my Achilles tendon repair. Good choice! Not only did I have an excellent surgeon, but also a caring and compassionate person caring for me. His is a busy office, but I am always seen in a timely manner. And, he takes his time with each patient. It is such a pleasure to be always be seen by the physician. I would refer any of my friends and family to him.
Nancy Henson, R.N.
