Sports Medicine

Idaho sports medicine is a branch of medicine concerned with physical fitness and with the treatment and prevention of injuries and other disorders related to sports. Knee, leg, back, and shoulder injuries; stiffness and pain in joints; tendinitis; “tennis elbow”; and dehydration are some common conditions that may be involved.

Sports medicine is an interdisciplinary subspecialty of medicine which deals with the treatment and preventative care of athletes, both amateur and professional. The team includes specialty physicians and surgeons, athletic trainers, physical therapists, coaches, other personnel, and, of course, the athlete.

Treatment and prevention include exercise programs for increasing strength, flexibility, and endurance; physical therapy; fitness tests; advice concerning nutrition and fluid replacement; and use of protective equipment. Surgery may be needed to treat some injuries. Make an appointment with OSSM today to get the best Idaho orthopedic and sports medicine care.