Traumatology is the medical specialty dedicated to diagnosing and treating injuries and conditions that affect the musculoskeletal system. At Centro Médico Global, we provide specialised, personalised care to help you regain mobility and wellbeing.
Bones, joints, muscles, tendons and ligaments are part of the musculoskeletal system and allow us to move and carry out our daily activities.
Injuries, wear and tear, repetitive movements or certain conditions can cause pain and limit mobility. A traumatology assessment helps identify the cause of these symptoms and guide the most appropriate treatment for each patient.
An assessment by a specialist may be recommended for different types of injuries, pain or limitations in movement.
Among the most common reasons for consultation are:
Traumatology covers a wide range of injuries and conditions that can affect different parts of the body.
Pain, stiffness or limited movement may be related to different joint conditions. A specialist assessment makes it possible to review each case and determine the necessary treatment and follow-up.
Exertion, overuse and trauma can cause injuries to the tissues involved in movement. Correctly identifying the injury is important to guide recovery.
Sports practice may be accompanied by injuries such as sprains, overuse injuries, muscle injuries or problems related to repetitive movements. A traumatology assessment helps determine the nature of the injury and guide recovery.
Not all pain has the same cause or requires the same treatment. That is why care begins with an individualised assessment that takes into account each patient’s symptoms, medical history, physical activity and circumstances.
Based on this assessment, the specialist can guide the diagnosis and determine the next steps, including any tests or treatments that may be needed.
The goal of traumatology care is not only to treat an injury, but to help the patient regain function and gradually return to their usual activities whenever possible.
Depending on the case, treatment may require different measures and, when necessary, collaboration with other healthcare professionals.
You can seek advice for persistent pain, an injury, limited movement, or discomfort related to bones, joints, muscles, tendons or ligaments.
It depends on the severity and how the injury develops. If the pain is intense, there is significant limitation of movement, the injury does not improve, or you are concerned about how it is progressing, a medical assessment is recommended.
Back pain can have different causes and may require assessment by different professionals. A traumatologist can evaluate certain conditions related to the musculoskeletal system and guide appropriate treatment.
Among others, they can assess injuries such as sprains, certain muscle injuries, joint problems and other conditions that affect the musculoskeletal system. The diagnosis will depend on the characteristics of each case.
Not necessarily. The need for additional tests depends on the symptoms, the examination and each patient’s characteristics. The specialist will determine whether they are necessary.
If you have discomfort that limits your movement or you need an injury assessed, our team can help you find the right path for diagnosis and treatment.