Paediatric Services
Dr Thompson has a keen interest in paediatric Sport & Exercise Medicine. His extensive experience of working with children and adolescents both in elite level development squads and through his NHS practice, have given him an understanding of the specific injury patterns that affect children and the particular needs that must be appreciated in order to implement appropriate rehabilitation programmes.
Paediatric & Adolescent Elite Sporting Experience
- Wimbledon Junior Championships
- England Football Association development squad team physician
- Chelsea Football Club Academy Medical Officer
- British Gymnastics age group team and event physician
- Nottingham Forest Football Club Academy doctor
- England U20 RFU Medical Officer
- Medical Officer for the UK School Games
Paediatric Medical Experience
Dr Thompson has worked with children throughout his medical career. This has included working on a General Paediatric Ward, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and within the Paediatric Emergency Department at Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital. As a Sport & Exercise Medicine registrar/doctor he worked regularly in Paediatric Sport & Exercise Medicine Clinics, reviewing children and adolescents. During these roles he has gained an understanding of both acute and chronic paediatric issues and injuries.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of injuries do children get?
A large proportion of sports-related injuries are in the under 19 age group. As with adults, the paediatric and adolescent population are at risk of many acute injuries, however, they are also at risk of certain types of injury specific to their age group. This includes overuse injuries such as apophyseal injuries (traction injuries where tendons attach to bone), epiphyseal injuries (injuries associated with growth plates/growing bones), bone stress injuries and osteochondral injuries (defects in the cartilage or bone within the joint). When exploring these injuries it is important to consider the risk factors predisposing the individual to a particular injury.
What is the role of the Sport & Exercise Consultant in children & adolescents?
From his extensive experience working with children and adolescents, his background working with elite sporting teams and positions co-ordinating multiple specialties in an MDT Dr Thompson is well placed to manage musculoskeletal issues in children & adolescents. He has a real understanding of the demands and culture of various sports, as well as the demands on the body at different developmental stages. This knowledge is important when acting as a case manager and formulating effective management strategies. Dr Thompson will carry out a thorough assessment, including taking a history and performing an examination (with the child’s parent or an appropriate chaperone present when required). Based on the assessment Dr Thompson will determine if further investigations are required and appropriate. In order to achieve an optimal outcome he is likely to work closely and liaise with other allied health professionals, as well as parents, coaches and other members of an individual’s support team when required.
Contact
KIMS Hospital
Newnham Court Way, Weavering, Maidstone, Kent ME14 5FT
01622 237 727
enquiries@kims.org.uk
Sevenoaks Medical Centre
Beadle House, London Rd Sevenoaks TN13 2JD
01732 775 800
Blackberry Clinic Guilford
Meridian House, 9-11 Chertsey Street, Guildford, GU1 4HD
01483 455 327