Sports Medicine

Sports medicine focuses on helping athletes and active people prevent injuries, recover from injuries, and return to the activities they enjoy. Sports medicine specialists diagnose and treat conditions affecting bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and other parts of the musculoskeletal system. People seek sports medicine care for sprains, strains, ligament injuries, tendon injuries, fractures, overuse injuries, and other conditions that affect movement or athletic performance. Through personalized treatment plans, sports medicine specialists help patients manage pain, rebuild strength, improve mobility, and return safely to their lifestyle.

Conditions We Treat

Our sports medicine specialists treat many conditions, from sudden sports injuries to long-term problems caused by repetitive activity.

Joint & Sports Injuries

• Sprains and strains
• Ligament injuries
• Tendon injuries
• Cartilage injuries
• Joint instability
• Dislocations

Knee, Hip & Leg Conditions

• ACL and MCL injuries
• Meniscus tears
• Patellar tendon injuries
• Hip labral tears
• Hip and groin strains
• Hamstring injuries
• Shin splints

Shoulder, Elbow & Upper Extremity Conditions

• Rotator cuff injuries
• Shoulder instability
• Labral tears
• Tennis and golfer’s elbow
• Throwing injuries
• Wrist and hand injuries

Foot & Ankle Conditions

• Ankle sprains
• Achilles tendon injuries
• Plantar fasciitis
• Foot and ankle instability
• Stress fractures

Overuse & Bone Conditions

• Overuse injuries
• Tendinitis
• Stress injuries
• Stress fractures
• Sports-related fractures
• Growth plate injuries

Spine & Sports-Related Conditions

• Back pain
• Neck injuries
• Muscle strains
• Sports-related concussions
• Spinal stress injuries

Sports Medicine Treatments

Your sports medicine specialist will recommend treatment based on your injury, symptoms, activity level, goals, and lifestyle. Treatment options may include physical therapy, injections, medications, activity changes, bracing, or surgery.

Physical Therapy

Physical therapy can help athletes and active patients rebuild strength, improve flexibility, restore movement, and regain function after an injury or surgery. Your sports medicine team may recommend physical therapy as part of your recovery and return-to-activity plan.

Injections

Certain injections can reduce pain and inflammation while helping patients move more comfortably. Your sports medicine specialist can determine whether an injection could support your recovery based on your condition and treatment goals.

Orthopedic Surgery

When nonsurgical treatments do not provide enough relief, surgery may offer another path toward recovery. Your sports medicine specialist will explain the procedure, potential benefits and risks, alternatives, and expected recovery before recommending surgery.

FAQs

1. What does a sports medicine doctor treat?

Sports medicine doctors treat sports and activity-related injuries affecting the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Common conditions include sprains, strains, fractures, tendon injuries, ligament tears, and overuse injuries.

2. Who can benefit from sports medicine?

Competitive athletes, recreational athletes, active adults, and people with activity-related injuries can benefit from sports medicine care. You do not need to play competitive sports to see a sports medicine specialist.

3. When should I see a sports medicine doctor?

Consider sports medicine care when pain, swelling, weakness, stiffness, or limited movement affects your activities or continues after an injury. Your provider can evaluate your symptoms and recommend appropriate treatment.

4. What happens during a sports medicine appointment?

Your sports medicine specialist will discuss your symptoms, medical history, activity level, and goals. Your provider will perform a physical exam and may recommend imaging or other tests before creating a treatment plan.

5. Can sports medicine help with overuse injuries?

Yes. Sports medicine specialists treat many overuse injuries involving muscles, tendons, joints, and bones. Your provider can identify factors that contribute to your symptoms and recommend treatment, rehabilitation, and activity modifications.

6. Can sports medicine help me return to my sport?

Yes. Your sports medicine team can create a recovery plan that focuses on reducing pain, restoring strength and mobility, and gradually returning you to your sport or favorite activities.

7. Do sports medicine doctors perform surgery?

Sports medicine specialists may recommend nonsurgical treatments such as physical therapy, injections, medications, bracing, and activity changes. When surgery offers an appropriate treatment option, your specialist can explain the procedure, recovery process, and other treatment options.

8. How can I prevent sports injuries?

Strength training, flexibility exercises, proper technique, appropriate footwear or protective equipment, gradual increases in activity, and adequate recovery can help reduce your risk of injury.

 

Find Sports Medicine Care Near You

Our orthopedic team provides sports medicine care at locations throughout the DFW Metroplex. Find a Dallas location or Find a Fort Worth location and take the next step toward better movement and a safe return to the activities you enjoy.

 

 

If you would like to speak to an Orthopedic Specialist in the DFW Metroplex, give us a call at 817-697-4038 or contact us online. Telemedicine appointments are also available.