Orthopedic & Musculoskeletal Medicine

Dr. Kotrappa has worked with athletes at every level and held the following roles:

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Team Physician:

• Rancho Mirage HS

• Los Angeles Rugby Club 

• Junipero Serra High School (Gardena, CA)
   

Associate Team Physician:

• CSU - Dominguez Hills (Division II)

• Long Beach City College

• Los Angeles - Harbor College

Dr. Kotrappa uses advanced technologies, minimally invasive techniques, and non-surgical solutions to help you return to your sport quickly and without reservation. 

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• Plantar Fasciitis, Ankle Sprains, Shin Splints

• Knee Ligament Sprains, Meniscus Injuries

• Hip & Groin Injuries, Bursitis, IT Band Syndrome

• Trigger Finger, Carpal Tunnel, Wrist Sprains

• Tennis & Golfer's Elbow, Bursitis, UCL Tears

• Rotator Cuff Injuries, Biceps tendonitis, SLAP Tears

For many of us, living well means working and playing hard. So when doing the things you love to do becomes more painful than fun, Dr. Kotrappa can help restore your quality of life, often with non-invasive and non-surgical methods. 

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• Viscosupplementation (Hyaluronic Gel Injections)

• Cortisone Injections

• Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections

• Trigger Point Injections

Sports physicals or pre-participation physical evaluations (PPEs), are performed to determine if an individual is physically fit to participate in a sport. It is often required by schools or sports organizations before an individual can participate in a sport or league.

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• Identify potential health risks or conditions

• Review Medical & Surgical History

• Sports Specific Physical Exam

• Labs or Imaging as indicated

Concussions are a type of mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) and can cause transient alterations in brain function. Concussions can also occur from a fall or a blow to the body that causes the head and brain to move quickly back and forth. Early diagnosis & management are key to reduce symptoms and prevent further injury

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• ​Concussion Diagnosis & imPACT Testing

• CIF Return to Learn (RTL) Guidelines

• CIF Return to Play (RTP) Protocols

Dr. Kotrappa has experience working the following events

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• CIFSS Football State Championships 

• Summer Dew Tour (Pro Skateboarding & Adaptive)

• Winter Dew Tour (Pro Ski/Snowboarding)

• Special Olympics

• Redondo Beach 5K/10K & Swim the Avenues

• BNP Paribas Open

• Iron Man 70.3 Indian Wells/La Quinta 

• Lei-Out (Ultimate Frisbee)

• Lions All-Star Football