Sports doctors set to rise with growing demand

Last year, the Changi General Hospital's Sports Medicine Centre saw about 4,300 new patients - a 68-per-cent increase compared to 2006. The new Khoo Teck Puat Hospital's Sports Medicine Clinic saw 480 patients last month - a 40-per-cent increase over last December.

Currently, the Changi Sports Medical Centre has 11 doctors and is looking to train more doctors to meet the increased demand for such services. The centre is also equipped with a training track, where physiotherapists and sports trainers will customise sports training sessions for their patients.

"Recreational athletes should not ignore their injuries just because they are participating at a recreational level. With the availability of sports medicine, you can continue your lifestyle and exercise routine knowing that your injuries are well managed," said Changi Sports Medicine Centre's senior consultant Dr Benedict Tan.

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