Every day, millions of people participate in sports activities, from soccer and skiing to cycling and ice skating.

It's called playing, but sports activities are more than play. Participation improves physical fitness, coordination, and self-discipline, and gives children valuable opportunities to learn teamwork.

However, sports activities can also result in sports injuries - some minor, some serious, and others resulting in lifelong medical problems. This is where visiting a doctor qualified in sports medicine is important.

Each year, thousands of sports-related injuries are treated in hospitals, doctors' offices, clinics and hospital emergency rooms.

Dr Gyenge works in the fields of sports medicine and musculoskeletal medicine. He can assist patients to regain the use of their injured limb and can work with patients in long term rehabilitation.

To make an appointment, contact the surgery on 04 499 3886.

Note: ACC claims are initiated and referrals accepted.