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Knee Injury Treatment | Sports Medicine Specialist in Cabo
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Muscle strain
A knee muscle strain occurs when the muscles or tendons around the knee are overstretched or torn during sports or sudden movements. Common symptoms include pain, swelling, muscle weakness, and difficulty bending or straightening the knee.
Mild strains often improve with rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE), but persistent pain or limited mobility should be evaluated by an orthopedic specialist to rule out more serious injuries.
Sprain
A knee sprain affects one or more ligaments that stabilize the joint, often after twisting, pivoting, or direct impact. Symptoms include pain, swelling, bruising, and a feeling that the knee may give way.
Treatment depends on the severity of the injury and may include bracing, physical therapy, or, in cases of complete ligament tears, surgical reconstruction to restore knee stability.
Meniscus injuries
A meniscus tear is one of the most common sports-related knee injuries and can occur during sudden twisting motions or as a result of degeneration over time. Patients often experience pain, stiffness, swelling, clicking, or difficulty fully extending the knee.
While minor tears may respond toa conservative treatment, larger or unstable tears may require arthroscopic surgery to relieve symptoms and restore normal knee function.
Ligament rupture
A knee ligament rupture, such as an ACL or PCL tear, is a serious injury frequently seen in athletes and active individuals. It often causes sudden, intense pain, rapid swelling, instability, and sometimes an audible popping sound at the time of injury.
Treatment may involve rehabilitation and physical therapy, while complete ligament tears often require surgical reconstruction to help patients safely return to sports and daily activities.
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Expert Care for Sports Knee Injuries
Sports knee injuries require an accurate diagnosis and a personalized treatment plan to restore strength, stability, and mobility. Dr. Gerardo Mangino specializes in treating ACL tears, meniscus injuries, ligament damage, cartilage injuries, and other conditions affecting the knee.
Depending on the severity of the injury, treatment may include conservative care, physical therapy, minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery, or ligament reconstruction. Every patient receives an individualized approach designed to relieve pain, promote recovery, and support a safe return to daily activities and sports.
IDr. Mangino is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), Colegio de Ortopedia y Traumatología of Baja California Sur, and FEMECOT, providing high-quality orthopedic care to both local and international patients.
For a virtual consultation, call (+1) 888-309-5779 or complete the online request form. To schedule an in-person appointment in Cabo San Lucas, call (+52) 624-104-9300, ext. 3216.
Hospital H+
Plaza Koral Center
Hospital H+, Bv. Cerro Colorado
San José del Cabo, B.C. 23400
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