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OrthoConnecticut’s Sports Medicine specialists are highly experienced in the diagnosis and treatment of the full spectrum of sports injuries, including torn ACLs, rotator cuff tears, complicated multi-ligament injuries, and tendonitis.
SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENTOrthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine at The Sports Medicine Center
The Sports Medicine Center is dedicated to caring for athletes — from professional, collegiate, and high-school athletes to recreational players and weekend warriors. Our fellowship-trained sports medicine physicians, shoulder/upper extremity physicians, and sports medicine board-certified physiatrist all specialize in sports injury treatment and rehabilitation through both surgical and nonsurgical techniques.
Our team of sports medicine specialists include:
Michael G. Brand, M.D.
Sports Medicine Specialist | Knee & Shoulder Surgeon
Danbury, Ridgefield, Southbury
203‑797‑1500, ext 9601
Angelo Ciminiello, M.D.
Sports Medicine Specialist | Knee, Hip & Shoulder Surgeon
Danbury, Ridgefield, Southbury
203‑797‑1500, ext 9602
Jeffrey V. DeLuca, M.D.
Sports Medicine Specialist | Knee & Shoulder Surgeon, Total Joint Specialist
Darien, Norwalk, Westport
203‑845‑2200
James W. Depuy, M.D.
Sports Medicine Specialist | Knee & Shoulder Surgeon
Danbury, Ridgefield
203‑797‑1500, ext 6637
Mark J. Fletcher, M.D.
Sports Medicine, Joint Reconstruction Specialist | Hip, Knee & Shoulder Surgeon
Darien, Norwalk, Westport
203‑845‑2200
Julianne M. Forlizzi, M.D.
Sports Medicine Specialist | Shoulder, Hip, Knee & Ankle Surgeon
Darien, Norwalk, Westport
203‑845‑2200
Joshua B. Frank, M.D.
Sports Medicine Specialist | Shoulder, Elbow & Knee Surgeon
Darien, Norwalk, Westport
203‑845‑2200
Edmund A. Ganal, M.D.
Sports Medicine Specialist | Knee & Shoulder Surgeon
Danbury, Litchfield, New Milford & Sharon
203‑797‑1500 | ext 4209
Ross Henshaw, M.D.
Sports Medicine Specialist | Knee & Shoulder Surgeon
Danbury, Ridgefield, Southbury
203‑797‑1500, ext 9604
Michael M. Lynch, M.D.
Sports Medicine Specialist | Knee & Shoulder Surgeon
Darien, Norwalk, Westport
203‑845‑2200
Theodore S. Wolfson, M.D.
Sports Medicine Specialist | Knee & Shoulder Surgeon
Danbury, Ridgefield, Southbury
203‑797‑1500, ext 6627
Sports and Shoulder Injury Treatment and Rehabilitation
At The Sports Medicine Center patients are treated by the most highly trained and experienced doctors close to their home and work; there’s no need to travel into New York City for premier care. Our physicians employ state-of-the-art techniques and, when necessary, carefully select prosthetic devices and implants based on a thorough assessment of each patient’s needs. We provide complete sports injury treatment, including an integrated physical therapy rehabilitation program staffed by sports therapists who specialize in working with athletes. We try to minimize postoperative recovery time while restoring natural motion so you can return to the sport you love as quickly as possible.
Team physicians for:
- Bethel High School
- Brien McMahon High School
- Danbury High School
- Danbury Hat Tricks
- Danbury Junior Hat Tricks
- Danbury Westerners
- Housatonic Valley Regional
- High School
- Immaculate High School
- Joel Barlow High School
- Millbrook School
- New Milford High School
- Newtown High School
- Norwalk High School
- Ridgefield High School
- SoNo Ice House
- Staples High School
- The Hotchkiss School
- Western Connecticut State University
- Wilton High School
Frequently Asked Questions About Sports Medicine Conditions and Treatment:
What does a Sports Medicine Physician do?
Sports medicine physicians specialize in working with athletes and people who are physically active. They might work with professional athletes, but they also work with everyday individuals who do physical activity, exercise or experience pain in the knee and hip joints. Physicians specializing in sports medicine work to help people improve performance, enhance health, prevent injury, and maintain physical activity throughout their lives. Most work done by sports medicine physicians is non-surgical and involves:
- Diagnosing and treating sports-related injuries and illnesses
- Using exercises or other techniques to prevent and/or treat common musculoskeletal conditions
- Having a deep understanding of athletic conditioning and training and sharing this knowledge with patients
- Preventing injury related to physical activity
- Focusing on rehabilitation after sports-related injuries
- Providing nutritional advice to help patients build strength and endurance
What is Orthopedic Sports Medicine?
Orthopedic doctors focus on the bones, muscles, joints, ligaments, nerves, and tendons that make up the human body. Orthopedic sports medicine is a subset of orthopedics that focuses on these musculoskeletal structures and how they might be affected by physical activity and exercise. What sets them apart from general sports medicine physicians is their specialized training in understanding the complex network of bones, ligaments, tendons, and muscles that make up our bodies. Orthopedic sports medicine specialists also perform surgery on athletes and others with sports-related injuries. These procedures may include:
- Shoulder, hip, knee, or ankle arthroscopy
- Knee, hip, or shoulder replacement
- ACL reconstruction
- Tendon repair
- Meniscus repair
- Shoulder injection
- Rotator cuff repair
- Microfractures
- Cartilage repair
- External or internal fixation
What is the Difference Between Sports Medicine and Physical Therapy?
Apart from sports medicine’s specialized focus on physical activity and sports, the main difference between sports medicine and physical therapy is that sports medicine physicians can offer a variety of different treatment methods that includes surgery. On the other hand, physical therapists work with stretching and strengthening exercises to aid in recovery. Physical therapists will also work with the general public and do not focus solely on sports-related injuries.
There is also a difference in the education that sports medicine physicians and physical therapists receive. Sports medicine orthopedic surgeons have a medical degree (M.D.), have completed general surgery and sports medicine residency programs, and a fellowship program where complex surgical techniques are studied. Physical therapists receive a doctor of physical therapy degree.
What Distinguishes Acute and Chronic Sports Injuries?
An acute injury is a new injury that comes on suddenly and causes severe pain. Meanwhile, chronic injuries are longer-lasting and have ongoing effects on the body. Acute sports injuries generally come from sudden trauma to the body during physical activity. Symptoms of an acute sports injury may include extreme tenderness to the area, an arm or leg that can’t support weight, sudden severe pain, swelling, lack of mobility in a joint, or dizziness after being hit on the head. Examples of acute sports injuries include:
- Broken bones
- Concussion
- Dislocation
- Fracture
- Knee injuries (ex: ACL and meniscus tears)
- Muscle sprains and strains
- Rotator cuff tears
Chronic sports injuries develop over time due to repetitive athletic movement that causes stress on the body’s muscles, bones, joints, or tendons. They are most common in long-distance athletes like runners, cyclists, swimmers, and triathletes. Chronic sports injuries are the result of overuse that causes wear and tear over time. Though not always caused by bad technique, improving your technique can help in preventing the onset of chronic conditions. Chronic sports injuries include:
Common Sports Medicine Procedures and Conditions Treated
Shoulder Conditions
- Biceps Tendon Rupture
- Calcific Tendinitis of Shoulder
- Fracture of the Collarbone (Clavicle)
- Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)
- Glenoid Labrum Tears
- Hill-Sachs Lesion
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Rotator Cuff Tears
- Shoulder Dislocations
- Loose Shoulder (Multidirectional Instability)
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- SLAP Tear Treated with OrthoConnecticut
- Subacromial Bursitis
- Joint Pain
Shoulder Procedures
- PRP Therapy for Shoulder Pain
- Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint Separation Repair
- Painless Precision: The Crucial Role of Regional Anesthesia in Shoulder Procedures
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Biceps Tenodesis
- Arthroscopic Bankart Repair
- Diagnostic Arthroscopy (Shoulder)
- Distal Clavicle Excision
- Joint Injection (Therapeutic, Shoulder)
- Subacromial Injection
- Total Shoulder Replacement
- ORIF Surgery for Proximal Humerus Fracture
- Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
- SLAP Repair
- Subacromial Decompression
Elbow Conditions
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Elbow Bursitis
- Inflammation of the Biceps Tendon at the Elbow
- Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)
- Little League Elbow AKA Medial Apophysitis
- Golfer’s Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)
- Media Ulnar Collateral Ligament Injury
- Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Elbow
- Throwing Injuries of the Elbow
- Elbow Overuse Injuries
- Unveiling Elbow Joint Pain: Expert Solutions from OrthoConnecticut
Elbow Procedures
- Enhancing Comfort and Precision: The Role of Regional Anesthesia in Elbow Procedures
- Enhancing Comfort and Precision: The Role of Regional Anesthesia in Elbow Procedures
- Arthroscopic Elbow Debridement
- Aspiration of the Olecranon Bursa
- Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Injection Overview
- Medial Ulnar Collateral Ligament
- Ulnar Nerve Transposition at the Elbow
Knee Conditions
- ACL Injuries in Women
- ACL Tear (Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tear)
- Patellar Tendonitis (Jumper’s Knee)
- Patellar Tracking Disorder
- Quadriceps Tendon Tear
- Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)
- Tibial Plateau Fracture Facts
- Knee Fracture
- Meniscus Tears
- Osgood-Schlatter Disease
- Osteoarthritis of the Knee
- Patella Tendon Rupture
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
- Prepatellar Bursitis (Kneecap Bursitis)
- Patella Fracture (Broken Knee Cap)
- Shin Splints (Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome)
- Knee Joint Pain
Knee Procedures
- PRP Therapy for Knee Arthritis
- PRP Therapy for Chronic Knee Pain
- ACL Reconstruction
- ACL Reconstruction (Arthrex® TightRope®)
- ACL Reconstruction with Hamstring
- Prepatellar Bursa Aspiration
- Joint Arthroscopy
- OATS Cartilage Repair Surgery
- Regional Anesthesia for Knee Procedures
- Cartilage Repair
- Visco-supplementation for Arthritis of the Knee
- Stem Cell Therapy for Knee Pain
- Flouroscopic Knee Injection with Steroids
- Meniscal Transplant
- Meniscus Repair
- Microfracture Drilling Procedure
- Partial Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Replacement
- Computer-Assisted Knee Replacement
Hip & Thigh Conditions
- Avascular Necrosis (AVN) of the Hip
- Hip Bursitis (Trochanteric Bursitis)
- Femoral Fractures
- Femoral-Acetabular Impingement Treated with OrthoConnecticut
- Labral Tears of the Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Hip Treated with OrthoConnecticut
- Muscle Strain Injuries of Thigh Treated with OrthoConnecticut
- Hip and Pelvic Fractures
Hip & Thigh Procedures
- PRP Therapy for Hip Arthritis
- Anesthesia (Lumbar Puncture, Spinal) with OrthoConnecticut
- Computer-Assisted Hip Replacement Surgery
- Femur Fracture Fixation with OrthoConnecticut
- Arthroscopy: An Advanced Outpatient Procedure for Hip Joint Examination and Treatment
- Hip Fracture Treatment with Surgical Screws
- Hip Hemiarthroplasty (Bipolar)
- Stem Cell Therapy
- Hip Replacement
- Total Hip Replacement, Anterior Approach
- Hip Joint Injection
Call OrthoConnecticut today at 1.833.678.4628 to learn more or to schedule an appointment.