Recently, there’s been growing debate around whether athletes should delay return to play (RTP) until the final scar maturation stage is reached. We addressed this dilemma in our @RadioGraphics (2024) and @InsightsImaging (2021) papers, showing how MRI can support RTP decisions by identifying both the phase of muscle healing and the imaging markers linked to reinjury risk. RTP often occurs during intermediate healing phases, and full tissue normalization is not always required — but detecting radiological warning signs is critical. A multifactorial and shared decision-making process remains essential. 🔗 RadioGraphics 2024 – Muscle Healing and MRI pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/3905… 🔗 InsightsImaging 2021 – Return to Play: Muscle MRI Beyond the Injury pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/3657… #ReturnToPlay #MuscleInjury #MSKradiology #MRI #SportsMedicine

🏃‍♂️La patología deportiva no es exclusiva del deporte de élite. La próxima semana estaré en el 38 Congreso Nacional de la @SERAM_RX en Valencia (20–23 mayo 2026) compartiendo la charla: “ABC del Radiólogo en Patología Deportiva” Una charla sobre cómo la imagen deportiva ha evolucionado desde la simple detección de lesiones hacia una herramienta clave en la toma de decisiones clínicas, el manejo multidisciplinar y el return to play. — ⚽️ Sports imaging is not exclusive to elite athletes. Next week I will be participating in the 38th National @SERAM_RX Congress in Valencia (May 20–23, 2026) presenting: “ABC of the Radiologist in Sports Imaging” A talk focused on how sports imaging has evolved from simply detecting injuries to becoming a key tool for clinical decision-making, multidisciplinary management, and return-to-play strategies.

Grateful to the organizers of the Sociedade Paulista de Radiologia for the invitation to participate in this year’s congress in São Paulo, and special congratulations to Renato Hoffmann Nunes for the outstanding organization of such an impressive and dynamic meeting. It was a pleasure to reconnect with friends and colleagues from different parts of the world, strengthening ties between @SERAM_RX, @MskSerme and the international radiology community while sharing ideas, projects and experiences around musculoskeletal and sports imaging. I also had the opportunity to speak about a focused approach to imaging of triceps surae injuries, discussing practical concepts and imaging patterns relevant to daily sports medicine practice. Thank you again for the warm welcome, the scientific exchange and the unforgettable days in São Paulo. Looking forward to future collaborations and meeting again soon.

Grateful to Dr. Agustín Marrero for the initiative, organization and invitation to participate in this excellent meeting at Estadio UNO, focused on professional football, sports medicine and musculoskeletal imaging. I had the opportunity to present about the role of imaging in muscle healing, covering the continuum from acute injury to return to play, within a program focused on common scenarios in daily sports practice. It was also a pleasure to exchange experiences and different perspectives with colleagues and professionals dedicated to sports medicine and imaging. Thanks as well to Estudiantes de La Plata, CYTEC and all attendees for the interest, discussions and participation. Looking forward to repeating the experience soon! - Agradecido con Dr. Agustín Marrero por la iniciativa, la organización y la invitación a participar en esta excelente jornada realizada en Estadio UNO, centrada en fútbol profesional, medicina deportiva y diagnóstico por imágenes. Tuve la oportunidad de presentar sobre el papel de la imagen en la cicatrización de las lesiones musculares, recorriendo el proceso desde la lesión aguda hasta el return to play, dentro de un programa enfocado en situaciones frecuentes de la práctica deportiva diaria. Fue además un gusto intercambiar experiencias y enfoques con colegas y profesionales dedicados al deporte y la imagen musculoesquelética. Gracias también a Estudiantes de La Plata, CYTEC y a todos los asistentes por el interés y la participación. Con ganas de repetir la experiencia pronto! – at La Plata, Argentina

🚀 Speaker at JPR 2026 I’ll be presenting on Imaging of Triceps Surae Complex Injuries, a key area of my work in musculoskeletal radiology and sports imaging. Looking forward to sharing insights and connecting with such an outstanding international community. 📍 São Paulo, Brazil 📅 April 30 – May 3, 2026 Grateful for the trust behind this opportunity. #JPR2026 #Radiology #MSK #SportsImaging #MuscleInjuries #MedEd #SERME #SERAM

Excited to be part of this Medical Conference on Professional Football ⚽️ Talking about imaging in muscle healing and its role in return to play — cada vez más relevante tanto en elite sports como en la práctica clínica diaria. Thanks to Dr. @AgustnMarrero for the organization and invitation Nos vemos pronto en Buenos Aires 🇦🇷 #SportsRadiology #MSK #MuscleInjuries #MRI #ReturnToPlay

It has been a great year at @RSNA for our team and the colleagues with whom we share ongoing projects. Our educational exhibits have been awarded and even selected for publication reviews! This has been truly fantastic — we have a lot of work ahead, and we look forward to delivering strong publications in @RadioGraphics

It is an honor for us to have been selected by RadioGraphics. We are very grateful for this recognition! @mechomeca @akassarjian #RSNA2025

#NuevaFotoDePerfil #RSNA2025

You’re all invited to visit our RSNA 2025 exhibition, available both digitally and in hardcopy, in the Pediatric Radiology section: 📌 Apophyseal Injuries in Young Athletes: Imaging Clues from Diagnosis to Healing 🔖 Poster: PDEE-61 📍 Location: Lakeside Hall D A project developed together with my colleagues — Sandra Mechó, MD, PhD Ara Kassarjian Marrero Agustin MINDAUGAS GUDELIS Emilio J Inarejos Clemente — presenting a structured approach to the diagnosis and healing of apophyseal injuries in young athletes. We hope you enjoy it. #rsna2025