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Sprains and Strains: These occur when ligaments or muscles are overstretched or torn, often due to sudden movements or overuse.
Tendonitis: This is inflammation of the tendons, often caused by repetitive motions in sports like tennis, running, and swimming.
Meniscus Tears: Common in pivot-heavy sports such as basketball and soccer, meniscus tears affect the knee's cartilage.
ACL Injuries: Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears are serious injuries that often require surgical intervention to restore knee stability.
Rotator Cuff Injuries: Shoulder injuries like rotator cuff tears occur in sports that require overhead movements, such as baseball or volleyball.
Stress Fractures: Small cracks in bones caused by repetitive stress, common in runners and athletes in high-impact sports.
Dislocated Shoulders: Common in contact sports, shoulder dislocations require immediate attention to restore joint stability.
Shin Splints: Pain along the shin bone, often experienced by runners and athletes in sports with a lot of running or jumping.
Achilles Tendon Ruptures: A severe injury to the tendon connecting the calf muscles to the heel, often requiring surgery.
Tennis Elbow: Inflammation of the tendons in the elbow caused by repetitive arm motions in sports like tennis and golf.
Patellar Tendonitis (Jumper’s Knee): Inflammation of the patellar tendon, commonly seen in sports with frequent jumping, such as basketball.
Groin Pulls: Strain or tear in the inner thigh muscles, common in sports involving quick direction changes.
Hamstring Injuries: Injuries to the muscles at the back of the thigh, often caused by sprinting or sudden stops and starts.
Concussions: Brain injuries resulting from impacts to the head, common in contact sports like football and soccer.
Plantar Fasciitis: Inflammation of the tissue on the bottom of the foot, often seen in runners and athletes who do a lot of standing or walking.

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Dr. Shawn P. Harrington[/caption] Sports injuries can happen to athletes of all skill levels, from weekend enthusiasts to professional competitors. At Monadnock Orthopaedic Associates, we specialize in treating a wide variety of injuries, while providing personalized care to help athletes recover quickly and safely. Whether you're dealing with a minor sprain or a more serious injury, our experienced team is dedicated to getting you back to your favorite activities as soon as possible. ) [_page_sections_1_wysiwyg] => Array ( [0] => field_5a79c5dfc5cca ) [page_sections_1_width] => Array ( [0] => normal ) [_page_sections_1_width] => Array ( [0] => field_5af99fbbc9de1 ) [page_sections_4_section_title] => Array ( [0] => Get Back in the Game ) [_page_sections_4_section_title] => Array ( [0] => field_5ada5134d3021 ) [page_sections_4_wysiwyg] => Array ( [0] => If you’ve experienced a sports injury, it’s important to seek expert care as soon as possible. Early diagnosis and treatment can speed recovery and prevent long-term complications. Schedule a consultation at Monadnock Orthopaedic Associates today to learn more about your treatment options and begin your journey toward a full recovery. Don’t let a sports injury keep you on the sidelines. Contact Monadnock Orthopaedic Associates today to schedule your consultation! ) [_page_sections_4_wysiwyg] => Array ( [0] => field_5a79c5dfc5cca ) [page_sections_4_width] => Array ( [0] => normal ) [_page_sections_4_width] => Array ( [0] => field_5af99fbbc9de1 ) [page_sections_5_section_title] => Array ( [0] => ) [_page_sections_5_section_title] => Array ( [0] => field_5ada5134d3021 ) [page_sections_5_wysiwyg] => Array ( [0] => Stay well, Dr. Shawn P. Harrington, MD, FAAPMR

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