Sports Medicine

CHKD’s sports medicine practice specializes in the treatment of non-operative issues affecting athletes and active kids.

A Collective Approach

We work closely with primary care physicians as well as CHKD’s orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine physical therapists and certified athletic trainers.

The focus of primary care sports medicine at CHKD is to prevent injury, improve performance and enhance overall health by offering comprehensive care from specialists who understand the unique demands that sports place on young, growing bodies.

Conditions We Treat

• Musculoskeletal injuries
• Sprains, strains, dislocations, ligament injuries, tendonitis and apophysitis
• Overuse injuries such as shin splints and stress fractures
• Simple fractures and avulsions
• Concussions
• Dance, running and swimming injuries
• Spondylolysis and other causes of back pain
• Running shoe analysis and prescription
• Female athlete issues
• Heat illness
• Reflex sympathetic dystrophy 
• Activity-related syncope, chest pain or difficulty breathing
• Nutritional and hydration assessment 
• Performance-enhancing substance counseling

Is My Insurance Accepted?

We offer in-depth information about insurance in our billing and insurance section.

To schedule an appointment, please call (757) 668-7850.

Our Fax Number

(757) 668-7885