Symptoms of Soft Tissue Damage
Common indicators include:
- A lump or knot at the injury site
- Inability to bear weight
- Joint instability
- Limited range of motion
- Muscle weakness
- Muscle cramping or spasms
- Pain, swelling, and visible bruising
Common Soft Tissue Injuries
Bursitis: “inflammation of a bursa (sacs that surround joints) due to overuse or repeated stress”
Contusion: “a muscle bruise that results from a direct blow”
Muscle sprains: “an injury to a ligament or joint capsule from overstretching”
Muscle strains: “traumatic stretching or tear to a muscle, tendon or a connected group of muscles and tendons”
Tendinitis: “inflammation or irritation of a tendon (or the sheath covering it) from overuse or repeated stress”
What is Soft Tissue Surgery?
Soft tissue surgery addresses skin, muscle, and internal tissues to repair damage resistant to conservative treatment. These injuries frequently affect athletes but can result from everyday accidents.
Am I a Good Candidate?
Ideal candidates typically:
- Have significant tears requiring intervention
- Haven’t improved with non-surgical approaches
- Experience reduced quality of life from their injury
- Are in generally good health with low surgical risk
A consultation with your surgeon determines individual suitability for treatment.
