Sports Medicine

OrthoCarolina sports medicine specialists provide comprehensive care for athletes and active individuals experiencing sports injuries, overuse conditions, joint pain, and musculoskeletal injuries. Combining advanced orthopedic expertise with the latest treatment technology, rehabilitation strategies, and performance-focused care, our goal is to help patients recover safely, restore function, and return to activity as quickly and confidently as possible.

Our sports medicine physicians care for athletes at every level, from youth and high school sports to collegiate, professional, and recreational athletics. From initial diagnosis through recovery and injury prevention, we develop personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s sport, activity level, and long-term performance goals.

Conditions We Treat

Our sports medicine specialists diagnose and treat a wide range of sports-related and orthopedic conditions, including:

• Ligament injuries: ACL, MCL, PCL, UCL, and other ligament sprains or tears
• Tendon & overuse injuries: Tendonitis, tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow, jumper’s knee, and repetitive stress injuries
• Shoulder injuries: Rotator cuff tears, labral tears, shoulder instability, and dislocations
• Knee injuries: Meniscus tears, patellar instability, cartilage injuries, and sports-related knee pain
• Fractures & acute trauma: Sports-related fractures, dislocations, and traumatic injuries
• Muscle strains & soft tissue injuries: Hamstring strains, groin injuries, calf strains, and muscle tears
• Concussions & sports-related conditions: Evaluation and management of athletic head injuries and return-to-play guidance
• Performance & mobility concerns: Biomechanical issues, flexibility limitations, and movement dysfunction affecting athletic performance

Treatment Options

We offer a full spectrum of sports medicine care, beginning with conservative treatment approaches and progressing to advanced surgical intervention when necessary.

Non-Surgical Care:

• Sports rehabilitation programs
• Activity modification and injury prevention strategies
• Anti-inflammatory medications and pain management
• Therapeutic injections and regenerative treatment options
• Strengthening, mobility, and return-to-play programs
• Performance training and guided recovery plans

Surgical Care:

• Arthroscopic surgery for minimally invasive diagnosis and repair
• ACL reconstruction and ligament repair procedures
• Rotator cuff and labral repair surgery
• Cartilage restoration procedures
• Fracture repair and stabilization procedures
• Advanced joint preservation and sports injury reconstruction techniques

At OrthoCarolina, our sports medicine physicians work collaboratively with physical therapists, athletic trainers, and orthopedic specialists to deliver coordinated, evidence-based care throughout every stage of recovery. Our team remains actively involved in research, innovation, and advanced treatment development to help athletes and active individuals achieve optimal recovery, improve performance, and safely return to the activities they enjoy most.