Sprains, strains, ligament tears, and overuse injuries from cricket, football, the gym, and other sports. The right diagnosis and rehab plan get you back to your sport safely.
A twisted ankle that stretches or tears the ligaments.
2
Knee ligament and meniscus tears
Often from twisting or a sudden change of direction.
3
Shoulder injuries
From falls, tackles or throwing.
4
Muscle strains
A pulled or torn muscle.
5
Tendon problems
Such as tennis elbow, from repeated stress.
Your Plan
Getting back to your sport
How long each stage takes depends on your injury.
FIRST DAYS · PROTECT THE INJURY
Rest, ice and support
To settle pain and swelling
WEEKS 1–6 · REHABILITATION
Exercises bring back movement
And rebuild strength and balance
WHEN READY · RETURN TO SPORT
Training for your sport comes first
Then a full return to play
Your Surgeon
Dr. Faheem Mubashir Farooqi
MBBS, MS (Ortho) · Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with a Fellowship in Hand & Upper-Limb Surgery. An orthopaedic trauma specialist in Lahore with over 15 years of experience.
PMDC Verified
Gold Medalist, KEMU
15+ years
Bajwa Hospital
356 Kashmir Block, Allama Iqbal Town Daily 4:00–6:00 PM