Specialised sports injury care unit launched in Vizag

Visakhapatnam: Visakhapatnam police commissioner Dr. Shankha Brata Bagchi on Friday inaugurated a dedicated Sports Orthopaedic Clinic at KIMS Hospitals, Seethammadhara, aimed at providing specialised care for sports-related injuries.Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Bagchi said that injuries sustained during sports and fitness activities could have a long-term impact on an individual’s health and performance if not addressed promptly. With increasing participation in sports and fitness activities in the city, the availability of advanced diagnosti cand treatment facilities under one roof would greatly benefit athletes and fitness enthusiasts, he noted.Consultant sports orthopaedic surgeon and arthroscopy specialist Dr. Srinivas Gollangi said participation in activities such as box cricket, badminton, trekking, hiking, running, marathons, cycling and gym workouts have increased significantly among both youngsters and middle-aged individuals, leading to a rise in injuries involving the knees, shoulders, muscles and ligaments.He said arthroscopic procedures had transformed the treatment of sport sinjuries by enabling surgeons to accurately identify and treat damaged structures through minimally invasive techniques, resulting in quicker recovery and rehabilitation.

The clinic has been established to provide comprehensiv eservices, including diagnosis, treatment, physiotherapy and rehabilitation fo sports injuries at a single centre.Regional CEO of KIMS Hospitals, Seethammadhara, Dr. Nagesh said the hospital had been expanding its multi-speciality healthcare services in line with community needs, and the new clinic would offer focused care for athletes and fitness-conscious individuals. He expressed confidence that the facility would emerge as a valuable resource for people seeking specialised treatment for sports injuries.Orthopaedic specialists Dr Rajesh Kumar Reddy, Dr Santosh Ram, Dr Ramaraju, Dr Vasanth Babu and Dr Ashish Kumar, along with hospital staff, were present.