Dr. Robert VandenBosche, a respected Middletown, Maryland-based physician, has held high-level administrative roles and directorships at health care facilities across the state. Formerly the chief physician and medical director of three urgent care centers operating under Frederick Memorial Hospital and Monocacy Health Partners, LLC, Dr. Robert VandenBosche is experienced in a variety of specialties, including sports medicine.
Sports medicine physicians often treat athletic injuries resulting from tears in the ligaments or muscles. One way to lower the risk of sprains and pulls is to include a warm-up routine before starting any type of exercise. Warm-ups like gentle stretching increase flexibility in the body’s muscle fibers and improve blood flow. Runners and other endurance athletes should build up their workout intensity slowly to avoid overexerting a muscle or ligament.
Fitness enthusiasts and athletes can also protect their joints by allowing fatigued muscles to properly recuperate. Some effective tactics for countering muscle fatigue include staying hydrated, taking protein supplements, and observing a 24-hour rest period between intensive exercise sessions.
