Sports Medicine Specialist

Article by:
Dr. Thomas Stauss, MD

What is Sports Medicine?

Sports medicine is a type of healthcare dedicated to helping people stay active and recover from injuries sustained during exercise or sports. It focuses on the musculoskeletal system, which includes your bones, muscles, cartilage, tendons, and ligaments.

Sports medicine goes beyond just treating injuries. It also aims to help individuals exercise safely and effectively to achieve their fitness goals. Sports medicine often involves a team of specialists working together to provide comprehensive care.

This team may include:

Physicians: Doctors who diagnose and treat sports injuries, often with non-surgical methods.

Surgeons: Orthopedic surgeons specializing in operating on sports-related injuries.

Allied health professionals: Athletic trainers, physical therapists, sports psychologists, nutritionists, and others who provide specialized support.

Whether you’re a weekend warrior, a competitive athlete, or someone who just wants to stay physically active, sports medicine can be beneficial. It can help you recover from injuries efficiently, improve your performance, and train safely and effectively.

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34 Schroeder Ct suite 110,
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 200-3420

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