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Sports Medicine

Get relief from sports-related injuries and pain from Avera's physical therapists, athletic trainers, board-certified surgeons and specialists.

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How We Take Care of Athletic and Active Patients

Sports medicine isn’t only intended to treat athletes who play football, basketball, tennis or other recreational activities. Our team of sports orthopedic experts helps anyone who leads an active lifestyle. We will guide you through prevention, diagnosis and treatment. Treatment plans are tailored to your unique circumstances and goals — meaning you can heal faster.

Sports Medicine Conditions We Treat

  • ACL tears
  • Dislocations
  • Fractures
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rotator cuff injuries
  • Shin splints
  • Sprains and strains
  • Tendon pain

Treatment for Sports Injuries

To treat you correctly, our sports medicine professionals understand how each part of the body works together. Avera’s integrated approach will help you heal, prevent future injuries, perform better and reach your goals. Depending on what we determine through diagnosis, your treatment plan may involve:

  • MRI, CT scans and DEXA bone density scans
  • Referrals to other specialists, physical therapists and surgeons
  • Rapid recovery techniques, promoting mobilization and healing
  • State-of-the-art surgical centers and technology
  • Minimally invasive procedures to speed pain relief

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You don't need an appointment. Visit an Avera orthopedic urgent care facility for a sports injury.

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Female Sports Medicine Program

Take care of you to reach the top of your game. This specialized sports medicine program is designed for women of all ages who are athletes or live active lifestyles. Our team of experts recognize conditions physically active people are more at risk for, like relative energy deficiency in sports (RED-S), and offer individualized attention to prevent injury and enhance performance.

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Strength and Conditioning Programs

Improve your game. Individual and team programs like Coach Rozy, Kairos Elite Volleyball and Warwick Workouts help athletes enhance their performance. Training, camps and workouts are available for all ages.

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Avera Orthopedics has dozens of clinics and outreach locations across the region. Whether you or a loved one is suffering from orthopedic trauma, a sudden injury or stubborn pain, we're here to help. Walk-in clinics are also available in Sioux Falls and Aberdeen, SD.

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