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What specialties are those (what kind of doctor can become a sports medicine doctor)?

AOASM | Sports Medicine FAQ
So who should I see first for my injury: a "primary care sports medicine doctor" or an "orthopedic sports medicine doctor?"
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What is Sports Medicine?

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Phoenix Orthopedic Group is experienced with sports medicine and employ trained and experienced orthopedic sports medicine physicians serving all of Phoenix, Arizona. Whether you are an amateur or a professional athlete you can be assured an orthopedic specialist within POG will be available and qualified to care for your orthopedic sports medicine needs. Common injuries that require an orthopedic sports medicine physician or orthopedic specialist may include: Runners Knee.
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Does Lafene have a doctor who specializes in sports medicine?

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David M. Smith, M.D. is the Director of the Eriksen Sports Medicine Clinic at Lafene. He graduated from the University of Kansas Medical School and is Board Certified in Family Practice and Sports Medicine. He has had a private practice with Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Consultants. The Sports Medicine Clinic provides evaluation and treatment of sports related injuries, to include information and advice on fitness, injury prevention, and health effects of exercise.
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What is a sports medicine doctor? Is there such a specialty?

AOASM | Sports Medicine FAQ
Anyone can call themselves a "Sports Medicine" specialist, and this can be very misleading. In the United States, "sports medicine" is not a recognized residency training specialty. However, a doctor can achieve special qualifications in sports medicine AFTER completing a residency program in another specialty.
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Why doesn?t my family doctor practice this kind of medicine?

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There are typically many reasons. One is he or she has not learned of these techniques in medical school or in the course of their work. Another reason is that they cannot, or choose not to spend the time necessary to use this method of treatment. Again, the way insurance is structured these days, in- network doctors are only able to spend a small amount of time per patient. This may change in the future.
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OK, so how do I locate a sports medicine doctor?

AOASM | Sports Medicine FAQ
To locate a primary care sports medicine doctor in your area, you should contact the American Osteopathic Academy of Sports Medicine. Remember, anyone who claims to be a sports medicine doctor may or may not have done additional training in sports medicine. This does not necessarily mean they are incapable of treating your condition, because many doctors become proficient on their own.
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What types of medicine will my doctor give me?

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Currently, these are the types of drugs that are used to treat PHN: the topical lidocaine patch (the only treatment approved by the Food and Drug Administration for PHN pain), tricylic antidepressant pills, antiseizure drugs (especially gabapentin), and opioids.
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When should I see a doctor at Waterloo Sports Medicine Centre?

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If an injury produces significant swelling or discoloration, creates prolonged tingling or numbness, creates a prolonged loss of function, or recovers for daily living activities but continues to limit the ability to participate in sport/activity, it is best to consult with a sports medicine physician. RICE is the best initial treatment for mild to moderate sports injuries. If your injury does not respond to RICE within 1 to 2 days (i.e.
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did the doctor complete a sports medicine fellowship? If so, where?

AOASM | Sports Medicine FAQ
for primary care doctors only: does he/she also have the Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in sports medicine? Remember, such an exam does not exist for orthopedic surgeons-but you can ask if the surgeon did a surgical fellowship in sports medicine, shoulder, foot/ankle, etc.
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Sports medicine is a broadly used designation for injuries sustained by individuals of all ages and participation levels during athletics pursuits. All the physicians in the group routinely treat sports-related injuries. Drs. Davidson and Simonich, in particular, specialize in treatment of athletic related injuries and problems of the shoulder and knee.
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When should I visit my family/sports medicine doctor, and when should I visit a specialist?

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In most instances we can address your needs in our office. However, if specialty follow-up is indicated, we will help you locate an appropriate physician who accepts your insurance plan.
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If the medicine isn't helping, should we go to a different doctor?

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Tell your doctor if the medicine isn't helping. Another type of treatment may help. Your doctor also may refer you to a specialist such as a neurologist or pain clinic. Try to find a doctor who has experience treating PHN. Most pain specialists believe that the vast majority of PHN patients can get meaningful pain relief with the medications currently available.
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What kind of doctor is Dr. Erickson?

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Dr. Erickson is a medical doctor. He has training and experience in Radiation Oncology, Family Practice, Sport’s Medicine, and alternative/integrative medicine.
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What kind of doctor is Dr. Schiller?

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Dr. Schiller is an eye plastic surgeon, specializing in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the eyelids, tear ducts, and orbit. Doctors in this specialty are uniquely qualified to perform delicate and precise surgery of the eyelids.
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What is the difference between a Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) And a Doctor of Medicine (MD)?

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A Doctor of Osteopathy attends medical school and accomplishes medical training in internship and residency training programs (our clinic doctors have attended special medical training in pediatric medicine) after graduation from medical school. They also attend additional medical training in osteopathic medicine (alignment of the spine, muscles, and skeleton to maintain health).
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Why does my doctor have me taking my pain medicine on a schedule rather than just when I need it?

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Patients who have chronic pain are best treated with medications given on a regular basis throughout the day. Usually doctors prescribe long-acting pain medicines that work for 8 to 12 hours. Research has shown that treating chronic pain with doses around the clock prevents the pain from building up to the point in which it is much more difficult to control. Return to Top
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What can a sports injury specialist or doctor do?

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I am not a high-level athlete. Do my injuries merit care by a sports medicine specialist?

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Treating professional and high-level athletes forces a doctor to maintain a very high-level of care and skill. Bringing that skill to all patients allows faster and better recoveries for every injury.
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Do I have to be an athlete to visit The Sports Medicine Clinic?

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No. Our physicians, physical therapists and professional staff treat all kinds of patients with all kinds of injuries. Athletes and non-athletes alike receive the same level of care and service, and we treat each patient based on his or her individual condition and goals.
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Is OMCyriax compatible with sports medicine ?

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Yes, the two go hand in hand. Diagnosis and treatment of soft tissue injuries is the core business of updated OMCyriax. Every therapist who is confronted with sports lesions of soft tissue structures can benefit from a detailed Cyriax knowledge.
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Can ELFcare? be used in sports medicine?

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Since ELFcare? is compact and portable, it is especially suitable for sports medicine, as treatment can be carried out in the gym or during time-out at the soccer finals. The ELFcare? system is highly sophisticated and versatile. There is no protocol or algorithm currently available that the ELFcare? system cannot handle. You can certainly create your own protocols and ensure the treatment programmed is exactly the treatment you have prescribed.
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Top 11. Does Oriental medicine have specialties like Western medicine?

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Oriental medicine has various specialties just like western medicine. They include gynecology, internal medicine, ear/nose/throat, oncology, urology, dermatology, psychiatry, musculo-skeletal problems, and hematology. Your practitioner may specialize in one or several of these.
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What are your specialties?

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Edge of Creation: Exalted FAQ
The main book says that you can have three specialties per ability. What this means is that you can have a total of three "spots" of specialty for any given ability. Each spot counts as a "specialization." Much of the confusion probably stems from the fact that there are five empty spots next to each entry in the "Specialties" section of the character sheet; this is almost certainly a matter of aesthetics.
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AOASM | Sports Medicine FAQ
There are two types of "sports medicine" doctors. Non-surgical, or primary care sports medicine doctors, and orthopedic surgeons. Most primary care sports medicine doctors choose family medicine as their baseline training, which means they first complete 3 years of a family medicine residency after medical school, before embarking on their additional sports medicine training.
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Can a Naturopathic Doctor prescribe medicine?

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Under the California state law, Doctors of Naturopathic Medicine have limited prescriptive rights, which will expand over the course of a few years. Currently, Naturopathic Doctors can prescribe some antibiotics and hormones, as well as pharmaceutical-grade natural supplements and botanicals.
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