Sports medicine is a branch of healthcare that focuses on physical fitness and the treatment and prevention of injuries related to sports and exercise. Anyone who is physically active is susceptible to these injuries, not just competitive athletes.
We focus on preventing injuries, restoring physical function and returning you to sports-related activities with optimal function. We are committed to providing the best orthopaedic care to every athlete, whether part-time, beginner, student or pro.
Our physicians have cared for a variety of sports injuries, we offer expertise in the care of these unique injuries.
Advanced Orthopaedic Center physicians have taken time to understand and specialize in cutting-edge sports related treatments and surgeries.
Sports Medicine Resources
What is an ACL Tear?
An anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear or sprain is a common knee injury suffered by athletes. Roughly 150,000 ACL injuries occur every year in the United States. Athletes that play certain high-demand sports are [...]
How Can a Concussion Be Treated?
Concussions are one of the most serious risks facing young athletes. More than 1.8 million sports-related concussions are estimated to occur each year in the United States, and 65% of all sports and recreation-related [...]
Helpful Sports Medicine Resources from the AAOS
- Daily Activity Log
- Football Injury Prevention
- Hamstring Muscle Injuries
- Healthy Bones at Every Age
- Mallet Finger (Baseball Finger)
- Meniscal Tears
- Biceps Tendon Tear at the Elbow
- Shoulder Separation
- Stress Fractures
- Throwing Injuries in the Elbow in Children
- Tips for a Safe Running Program
- Baseball Injury Prevention
- Basketball Injury Prevention
- Gymnastics Injury Prevention