Paula Drivas RPA-C
Services
Sports Medicine
Athletes are exposed to a wide variety of injuries and overuse conditions that may interfere with their ability to participate at their highest level. Our office has extensive experience in the treatment of athletic contentions, through accurate diagnosis and prompt treatment we strive to keep athletes on the field or return them to sports as soon as possible.
Knee
Conditions involving the knee frequently prompt patients to seek an orthopedic evaluation. Following an orthopedic evaluation, appropriate testing and treatment many knee conditions can be diagnosed and successfully resolved through non operative care.
Shoulder
Shoulder problems is another reason why people seek orthopedic care. Shoulder condtions can vary from tendonitis , rotator cuff injuries, and torn ligaments. Many patients respond to activity modification, focused exercise programs, non narcotic medications allowing them to get back to their normal active lifestyles.
Visco Supplementation
Visco Supplementation acts as a lubricant to enable bones to move smoothly over each other and as a shock absorber for joint loads this treatment has been shown to relieve pain in many patients who cannot get relief from no medicinal measures or analgesic drugs. This can also be an option in patients hoping to joint replacement surgery.
Foot and Ankle
Foot and ankle conditions may include sprains, ligament injuries, plantar fasciitis and fractures. Most foot and ankle problems can be treated non operatively with bracing, shoe gear modification, home exercise and rehabilitation programs.
Spine
Many demands are placed on your spine. It holds up your head, shoulders, and upper body. It gives you support to stand up straight, and gives you flexibility to bend and twist. It also protects your spinal cord. Conditions of the spine may include sprains and strains, disc bulges and herniations. Neck and back problems can be disabling but most do not require surgical intervention.