Question 1

left knee has a bone bruise. its 6 weeks after incident/mri and still in pain. how much longer can i expect to recover until i can play sports etc.?

Accepted Answer

Rest it: The less you use it, the faster it will heal.  This is one case where you should not "suck it up" and return to sports too early.  Continued stress on a weakened bone can lead to displaced intra articular fracture and premature arthritis.  Go with protected weight bearing until there is no more pain, then it should be fully healed.

Question 2

is it okay to play sports with a torn tendon?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Which tendon it is and what's affected.  More information needed.  Ask your doctor to verify that it is a torn tendon and not a sprain.  Remember,  wounds need time to heal and whether it is a torn tendon or a laceration - takes time.

Question 3

is it okay to play sports with contact lens in?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely...: One of the great things about contact lenses is the freedom they  give you when playing sports.  They can also improve your performance depending on what kind and how great your refractive error.  Remember though, glasses do offer protection, especially in racket sports and other sports where there might be contact with flying objects, fingers, etc.  Do not forget to wear eye protection as needed.

Question 4

is it okay to play sports after herniated disc surgery?

Accepted Answer

Yes you can.: Yes, following full recovery from surgery --- which can take anywhere from 4-weeks to 2-3 months, you will then be able to resume your sporting activities following herniated disc surgery.

Question 5

is it okay to play sports 2 days after wisdom teeth extraction surgery?

Accepted Answer

Probably best: To wait for a few days to make sure everything heals well.  Mother nature is on her own agenda - so don't rush her - that can result in pain and other complications and further delay healing.

Question 6

can i play sports with a hernia?

Accepted Answer

It depends : On which sport and how much pressure you put on your abdomen, assuming you are talking about an inguinal hernia.  If it causes pain or discomfort, you should stop immediately.  Definitive cure is surgical repair, which you will need for sure sometime during your lifetime.  Better to get it done earlier than later, when hernia is larger and operation becomes more difficult.

Question 7

can i play sports if i think i have a hernia?

Accepted Answer

Probably: If you have a hernia, let pain or discomfort be your guide. If it hurts, take it easy. If you find yourself limiting your activity because of a hernia, see a general surgeon it a consultation.

Question 8

how long after a concussion can you play sports?

Accepted Answer

Caution is best: Our experience with professional sports injuries indicates a high incidence of post-traumatic encephalopathy due to repetitive head injuries.  At one point we were far more lenient, but the consensus suggests it is safer to wait up to 4-6 weeks after a significant concussion.

Question 9

hi can you workout and play sports with leaky valve?

Accepted Answer

: How leaky? Which valve? This issue is not suitable for this forum as it requires a detailed knowledge of your heart health and the types of sports you intend to play. It would be prudent to consult a cardiologist.
Wish you good health!

Question 10

why do i start to twitch nervously after i play sports?

Accepted Answer

Adrenalin?: Adrenalin is ramped up during vigorous sporting activities, or simple high intensity exercise (cardio or weights). Also, there may be performance anxiety.  Other factors exist.  Muscle fatigue, ie Lactic Acid build up. These are most common.

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