Sports Medicine is the medical specialty dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries related to sports and exercise.
Sports Medicine is the medical specialty dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries related to sports and exercise.
From casual athletes to elite professionals, in every age group, everyone can benefit from Sports Medicine. Whether to prevent stress, learn about risk factors, receive advice on sports practice, or diagnose and treat injuries. Sports Medicine consultations are essential for all sports enthusiasts. Subsequent consultations can prevent injuries and cardiovascular diseases while also ensuring a great performance.
This professional follow-up is of particular importance for at-risk athletes, such as diabetics, hypertensive patients, people with osteoarthritis or patients with heart conditions. Those who suffer from asthma or cardiovascular disorders should consult a specialist even before starting a new exercise routine.
For some, such as federated athletes, Sports Medicine is mandatory, requiring them to undergo sports medical examinations to ensure their adequate physical condition. The main purpose of such exams is to detect conditions that may carry a risk of sudden death and diseases prompted by physical exertion.
Joaquim Chaves Saúde’s Sports Medicine Unit in Miraflores features state-of-the-art equipment and a highly qualified medical team, modelled after the best international centres, to ensure a complete recovery in the shortest possible time. In this Unit, physicians and physiotherapists with extensive experience accompany and treat patients and high-level athletes.
