Lacing your cleats for the first practice of the season – the crisp air filling your lungs as you take the field. The inaugural season is always full of promise and Rhode Island FC has taken a big step towards fulfilling that promise by partnering with Ortho Rhode Island. Led by sports medicine expert Keith Monchik, Ortho Rhode Island will act as the head physician for the team’s inaugural USL Championship season. From entrance physicals to baseline concussion testing, Monchik and his team aim to establish comprehensive medical care that supports RIFC’s athletic staff. As an orthopedic surgeon specialized in sports medicine, Keith brings invaluable expertise at preventing and treating injuries. With the season fast approaching, the medical team stands ready to help RIFC start strong and finish stronger. Now lace up your cleats and take the field, the medical team’s got your back!
Ortho Rhode Island Partners With Rhode Island FC for Inaugural USL Championship Season
Ortho Rhode Island has partnered with Rhode Island FC, Rhode Island’s professional soccer team, for the club’s inaugural season in the USL Championship. The goal for RIFC’s first season is to assemble a comprehensive medical team to support the team’s athletic trainer. This will include orthopedists focused on sports medicine, physical therapists, nutritionists, and strength and conditioning coaches. Working together, they’ll aim to prevent injuries, treat the players throughout the season, and get them into top shape.
Injury Prevention and Treatment
Ortho Rhode Island’s sports medicine experts will conduct physicals, review medical histories, and do baseline testing like concussion assessments, hamstring and muscle evaluations. They’ll then develop customized treatment and rehab programs to keep players in peak condition, using the latest minimally invasive techniques when surgery is required so athletes can recover and return to the field as quickly as possible.
Comprehensive Care
Ortho Rhode Island provides specialized care to help athletes stay active and address any issues. Their sports medicine team includes orthopedic surgeons, primary care doctors, physical therapists, and athletic trainers. They take a comprehensive approach focused on each athlete’s unique needs and goals.
A Commitment to Rhode Island Soccer
In partnering with RIFC, Ortho Rhode Island aims to prevent and treat injuries for Rhode Island’s soccer players. They’re committed to providing the team with sports medicine, athletics training, and orthopedic care. Ortho Rhode Island is thrilled to support Rhode Island FC as they embark on their USL Championship season.
Comprehensive Physical Evaluations
Before the season begins, players undergo complete physical exams and baseline concussion testing. The medical team reviews each player’s health history and any past orthopedic injuries to determine potential risks. They also conduct strength, flexibility and endurance assessments to identify any areas that need improvement to minimize injury risks. With this comprehensive overview of each player’s physical condition, the medical team can develop tailored injury prevention and performance optimization programs.
Ortho Rhode Island Provides Full Support for Rhode Island FC Athletics
As the official sports medicine provider for Rhodes Island FC, Ortho Rhode Island is committed to keeping the team in peak physical condition. Their team of orthopedic surgeons, physicians, physical therapists, and athletic trainers work together to prevent and treat injuries for RIFC athletes.
This partnership between Ortho Rhode Island and Rhode Island FC is a solid match. With the championship season coming up, the team is relying on the Ortho Rhode Island sports medicine team to provide a full suite of medical services. Their aim is to establish a comprehensive program to support the athletes with injury prevention, nutrition, conditioning, concussion protocols, and more. As the team takes the field in 2024 for the inaugural USL Championship matches, they’ll have a strong medical support staff behind them every step of the way. Fingers crossed for a successful and injury free-season!
