Sports Medicine at Cleveland Clinic

Sports Medicine at Cleveland Clinic provides specialized evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation for sports injuries, exercise-related conditions and musculoskeletal problems affecting athletes and active individuals. Sports medicine specialists work with patients to diagnose injuries, restore mobility and strength, support safe return to activity and develop individualized treatment plans that may include non-surgical care, physical therapy, injections or surgery when clinically appropriate.

Price

Price on Request

Why Price on Request?

The cost of sports medicine care depends on the type of injury, specialist evaluation, diagnostic imaging, treatment procedures, rehabilitation and follow-up care required. A personalized estimate is provided according to the patient's condition and treatment plan.

Complete Description

What Is Sports Medicine?

Sports Medicine is a specialized field focused on preventing, diagnosing and treating injuries and medical conditions related to sports, exercise and physical activity.

Care may be provided to:

• Professional athletes

• Competitive athletes

• Recreational athletes

• Active adults

• Children and adolescents

• Individuals returning to exercise after injury

Who May Need Sports Medicine?

Sports medicine evaluation may be appropriate for patients with:

• Sports injuries

• Muscle strains

• Ligament injuries

• Tendon injuries

• Joint pain

• Overuse injuries

• Running injuries

• Exercise-related pain

• Recurrent injuries

• Reduced athletic performance

Sports Injury Evaluation

A sports medicine evaluation may include:

• Detailed injury history

• Physical examination

• Movement assessment

• Strength testing

• Joint stability testing

• Functional assessment

• Review of previous injuries

• Diagnostic imaging when appropriate

Common Sports Injuries

Sports medicine specialists may evaluate:

• Sprains

• Muscle strains

• Tendon injuries

• Ligament injuries

• Meniscus injuries

• Rotator cuff injuries

• Joint injuries

• Stress injuries

• Fractures

• Overuse conditions

Muscle Strain Treatment

Muscle strains may occur when muscles are overstretched or damaged.

Treatment may include:

• Activity modification

• Physical therapy

• Strengthening exercises

• Flexibility training

• Gradual return to activity

Ligament Injury Treatment

Ligament injuries may affect joints such as the:

• Knee

• Ankle

• Shoulder

• Elbow

Treatment depends on the severity and may involve rehabilitation or surgery for selected injuries.

Tendon Injury Treatment

Sports medicine specialists may evaluate tendon conditions involving:

• Achilles tendon

• Patellar tendon

• Rotator cuff

• Elbow tendons

• Other tendons

Treatment may include rehabilitation, activity modification and other interventions when appropriate.

Knee Sports Injuries

Knee injuries are common in athletic activities.

Sports medicine evaluation may address:

• ACL injuries

• Meniscus injuries

• MCL injuries

• Patellar problems

• Cartilage injuries

• Overuse conditions

Shoulder Sports Injuries

Athletes may develop shoulder problems involving:

• Rotator cuff

• Labrum

• Tendons

• Ligaments

• Shoulder joint

Treatment is individualized according to the injury.

Ankle and Foot Sports Injuries

Sports medicine specialists may evaluate:

• Ankle sprains

• Tendon injuries

• Stress injuries

• Foot pain

• Overuse conditions

• Fractures

Overuse Injuries

Overuse injuries can develop when repetitive activity places excessive stress on muscles, tendons, joints or bones.

Treatment may involve:

• Activity modification

• Rest

• Physical therapy

• Strengthening

• Movement correction

• Gradual return to activity

Sports Injury Imaging

Depending on the injury, diagnostic studies may include:

• X-rays

• MRI

• CT scan

• Ultrasound

• Other specialized imaging

Non-Surgical Sports Medicine Treatment

Many sports injuries can be treated without surgery.

Treatment options may include:

• Physical therapy

• Exercise programs

• Activity modification

• Bracing

• Taping

• Medication

• Injections when appropriate

• Strength and conditioning

Sports Injury Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation may focus on:

• Strength

• Flexibility

• Balance

• Coordination

• Mobility

• Joint stability

• Sport-specific movement

Return-to-Sport Program

A structured return-to-sport program may gradually progress the patient from rehabilitation to normal athletic activity.

The program may evaluate:

• Strength

• Mobility

• Balance

• Functional movement

• Sport-specific performance

Injury Prevention

Sports medicine care may also focus on reducing the risk of future injuries.

Prevention strategies may include:

• Strength training

• Flexibility exercises

• Movement assessment

• Proper training progression

• Sport-specific conditioning

• Recovery planning

Performance Evaluation

Sports medicine specialists may assess movement and physical performance to identify areas that could contribute to injury or reduced athletic function.

Regenerative and Injection-Based Treatments

Selected patients may be evaluated for injection-based treatments.

Potential options depend on the condition and may include certain:

• Corticosteroid injections

• Other medically appropriate injections

Treatment suitability is determined after clinical evaluation.

Sports Medicine Surgery

Some sports injuries may require surgery when significant structural damage is present or when non-surgical treatment does not provide sufficient improvement.

Potential procedures may include:

• ACL reconstruction

• Meniscus surgery

• Rotator cuff repair

• Labral repair

• Ligament repair

• Tendon repair

Pediatric and Adolescent Sports Medicine

Young athletes may require specialized assessment because their bones and growth plates are still developing.

Evaluation may address:

• Sports injuries

• Growth-related conditions

• Overuse injuries

• Return-to-sport planning

• Injury prevention

Athlete Rehabilitation

Athlete rehabilitation may be individualized according to:

• Sport

• Position

• Injury

• Performance goals

• Competition schedule

• Recovery progress

Sports Medicine Second Opinion

Patients who have received a sports injury diagnosis or surgical recommendation may seek a sports medicine second opinion.

Specialists may review:

• MRI scans

• X-rays

• Medical records

• Previous treatment

• Physical therapy reports

• Surgical recommendations

International Patients

International patients should provide relevant medical records whenever possible.

Useful documents may include:

• X-rays

• MRI scans

• CT scans

• Sports medicine reports

• Orthopedic reports

• Previous surgical reports

• Physical therapy records

• Current medication list

Benefits of Specialized Sports Medicine Care

Specialized sports medicine care may help:

• Diagnose sports injuries

• Treat muscle and tendon injuries

• Manage ligament injuries

• Address joint problems

• Provide rehabilitation

• Support safe return to sports

• Improve physical function

• Prevent recurrent injuries

• Develop individualized exercise programs

• Provide sports medicine second opinions

Why Choose Cleveland Clinic for Sports Medicine?

Cleveland Clinic provides multidisciplinary sports medicine care involving sports medicine physicians, orthopedic specialists, physical therapists, rehabilitation professionals, radiologists and other healthcare specialists.

Patients can receive comprehensive evaluation, treatment planning and rehabilitation according to their injury and activity goals.

Cost & Price on Request

Price: Price on Request

The total cost depends on the type of sports injury and services required.

Potential costs may include:

• Sports medicine consultation

• Diagnostic imaging

• Laboratory testing when appropriate

• Treatment procedures

• Physical therapy

• Rehabilitation

• Injections when appropriate

• Surgery when required

• Follow-up consultations

A personalized cost estimate should be requested according to the patient's individual treatment plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What injuries can sports medicine treat?

Sports medicine may treat sprains, muscle strains, ligament injuries, tendon injuries, joint problems, overuse injuries, fractures and other exercise-related conditions.

2. Do all sports injuries require surgery?

No. Many sports injuries can be managed with rest, activity modification, physical therapy, rehabilitation and other non-surgical treatments.

3. Can sports medicine help athletes return to sports?

Yes. A structured rehabilitation program can help patients restore strength, mobility, balance and sport-specific function before returning to activity.

4. Can children and teenagers receive sports medicine care?

Yes. Sports medicine specialists can evaluate young athletes and activity-related injuries, taking growth and development into consideration.

5. How much does sports medicine treatment cost?

Price is available on request. The final cost depends on the consultation, diagnostic tests, treatment, rehabilitation and follow-up services required.

Product Details

Product Name: Sports Medicine at Cleveland Clinic

Hospital: Cleveland Clinic

Brand: Cleveland Clinic

Country: United States

Specialty: Orthopaedics & Rheumatology

Service Type: Sports Medicine

Customer-Facing Price: Price on Request

International Patients: Available

Location: Cleveland, Ohio, USA