The first signs of an acute wrist injury are severe pain, swelling, tenderness, and bruising. You may have broken your wrist, sprained your wrist, or just developed a minor injury that will go away with rest. Do not try to self-diagnose an injured wrist, because this type of joint injury should be medically evaluated…
Accidents are almost inevitable when you play sports. So, if you incur an injury, which doctor or facility should you visit first? Most people assume the best place to visit is the emergency room (ER), however, in most cases, this is not necessary. Others believe that unless it’s a life-threatening emergency, you should get an…
Whether it’s baseball, softball, basketball, soccer, tennis, or golf in the warmer months or football, hockey, or skiing in the fall and winter, active Rochester, New York residents – both young and old – love to participate in sports year-round. Most of these activities are relatively safe, especially when the proper attire is worn and…
