From the moment we are born we are putting stress and strain on our musculoskeletal system. This refers to all of the bones, joints,muscles and tendons along with ligaments in the human body. One can imagine the growth and stress that involves the musculoskeletal system as a child begins to learn how to walk. This stress and demand on the body does not abate throughout the child’s life well into adult hood.

It is understandable that the human body is required to undergo some grueling and punishing movement and requirements throughout the average hum life time. When we expose our bodies to sports and activity we are basically risking the musculoskeletal system each time we do so. Sprains and strains can occur which can provide immediate pain and discomfort. These types of soft tissue injuries can often be overlooked as being minimal and not serious. However, returning to activity or sports before the soft tissue has repaired itself can leave permanent and more severe damage to the sufferer.

Breaks and dislocations can also occur and when this happens the body needs assistance in healing correctly. An orthopedic surgeons assistance and management may be called upon in this instance. If you as an individual or as a family do not have adequate medical insurance the treatment options and injury management available to you will dictate the degree to which your injury recovers. If you live in California then finding an adequate California medical insurance company that includes Orthopedics is highly advisable. Many times the initial injury or condition will require ongoing care from a physical therapy specialist and this is when the patient will need to be proactive in their rehabilitation and injury management. This physical therapy is closely monitored by the Orthopedic surgeon and the injury and treatment goals set out by the surgeon are closely adhered to and achieved with the assistance of a qualified physical therapist.