Sports Medicine
Champions aren’t made in the gyms. Champions are made from something they have deep inside them — a desire, a dream, a vision.
-Muhammad Ali (World Heavyweight Champion Boxer)
Understanding
Sports Medicine in Dubai
At Tarabichi Joint Care Center, we understand that champions are made through a burning desire, hard work, dedication, and expert support. Whether you’re a professional athlete, fitness enthusiast, or someone who simply enjoys staying active, our comprehensive sports medicine services offer the care you need to keep moving.
Led by Dr. Samih Tarabichi, a renowned orthopedic surgeon in Dubai with over 35 years of experience, our center is a trusted destination for advanced orthopedic treatment in Dubai, especially for those recovering from sports injuries. We offer a broad range of services, from wellness consultations to treating complex sports injuries in Dubai. Athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and physically active individuals trust our expertise and know they are in good hands when they visit us for treatment.
What is Sports Medicine
- Medical Management for Athletes: Whether you're a professional athlete or a fitness enthusiast, sports medicine helps manage and treat medical conditions that arise from physical activity.
- Understanding Human Movement: This includes studying the biomechanics and pathophysiology of the human body to enhance performance and prevent injury.
- Therapeutic Use of Exercise: Exercise is not only a means to improve fitness but also a powerful tool in diagnosing, managing, and preventing various health conditions.
When to Consult a Sports Medicine Doctor in Dubai?
- Sports injury Dubai: including sprained ankles, fractures, and joint injuries
- Shoulder or knee injuries
- Tendonitis
- Exercise-induced asthma
- Heat stroke
- Concussions
- Disordered eating
- Cartilage damage
Sports Medicine Procedures and Treatments
PRICE Therapy | For minor injuries like sprains and strains, we recommend PRICE (Protection, Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation) treatment during the first few days to reduce swelling and promote healing. |
Pain Management | Pain relief, such as paracetamol, is often recommended to ease discomfort. |
Physiotherapy: | For chronic injuries or to aid recovery, physiotherapy is an essential component of the rehabilitation process. |
Immobilization: | In certain cases, limiting movement through immobilization can prevent further injury and help manage pain and swelling. |
Corticosteroid Injections: | For persistent pain, corticosteroid injections may be used to reduce inflammation and provide relief. |
Surgery: | For severe injuries such as complex fractures or torn ligaments, surgical intervention may be necessary to restore full function. Dr. Tarabichi and his team of highly experienced orthopedic surgeons in Dubai are expert at doing minimally invasive sports injuries surgeries, successfully. |
Deciding to get Sports Injury treated
Deciding to undergo surgery requires weighing the risks and benefits with the help of an expert.
A consultation at Tarabichi Joint Care will provide you with a personalized assessment, discussing your condition and the most suitable options. If you are struggling with pain and considering surgery, contact Tarabichi Joint Care to schedule a consultation. The Tarabichi team, revered as pioneers in the field, have trained countless doctors and developed their own Enhanced Recovery Program, ensuring quicker patient recovery post-surgery.
Seeking a second opinion from a sports medicine doctor can also help in making an informed decision.
FAQs on Sports Medicine in Dubai
Common procedures include arthroscopy, ACL reconstruction, tendon repair, joint injections (PRP, corticosteroids), fracture fixation, and rehabilitation therapy.
Potential complications include infection, blood clots, nerve damage, scar tissue formation, pain, stiffness, and sometimes failure of the repair.
You may need your medical history, imaging results (X-ray, MRI), current medication list, signed consent forms, insurance info, and any specialist referrals.
Recovery varies by procedure and individual. Minor procedures may require a few weeks, while major surgeries like ACL reconstruction can take 6 months to a year.
Follow your doctor’s rehabilitation plan, attend physical therapy sessions, rest as needed, maintain a healthy diet, and avoid re-injury by following safety guidelines.