title: Sports injuries. Practical diagnostic and management concerns for primary care physicians.
abstract: Both recreational and elite athletes often sustain musculoskeletal injuries. Common problems--muscle cramps, burners (or stingers), and ankle and shoulder injuries--can be managed effectively with certain basic techniques. Initial measures are particularly important in facilitating the injured athlete's rapid return to activity.
authors.affiliation: Sports Medicine Clinic of Tampa, FL 33609.
authors.forename: R G
authors.initials: RG
authors.lastname: Sellers
mesh_terms: D000894:Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal / Q000627:therapeutic use; D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000534:rehabilitation / Q000628:therapy; D001458:Bandages; D001510:Bed Rest; D017679:Cryotherapy; D005194:Family Practice / Q000379:methods*; D006358:Hot Temperature / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D009294:Narcotics / Q000627:therapeutic use; D013165:Splints / Q000592:standards
chemical_list: D000894:Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal; D009294:Narcotics