Penn Medicine LGHP Sports Medicine

Using the latest techniques in sports medicine, the doctors and staff at Sports Medicine help athletes of all ages and abilities address a wide range of injuries caused by acute trauma or overuse of muscles and joints. Care for common sports injuries and conditions like bruises, broken bones, and foot, knee, hip, elbow and shoulder pain

Pre-participation sports physicals

Sports concussion assess

ment and management, including ImPACT (Immediate Post-Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Testing) to determine whether injured athletes are ready to return to play. ImPACT is a scientifically validated computerized testing tool that provides objective information for assessing recovery following concussion, managing post-concussion symptoms, and determining readiness to return to sports participation, school and work. We can use pre-play ImPACT testing to establish a baseline for athletes involved in high-risk, high-impact sports. Tenex Health TX® technology
This advanced, minimally invasive procedure is used to treat chronic tendon pain. Using ultrasound imaging and requiring only a micro incision, damaged tissue is located, broken down, and safely removed. Musculoskeletal ultrasound to help diagnose strains, sprains, tears, and other soft muscle conditions

Treatment of sports-inhibiting arthritis and bursitis

Carpal tunnel pain management

Nerve blocks and ultrasound-guided injections for muscle or join pain

Platelet rich plasma therapy
This advanced non-surgical technique for pain relief and healing uses platelets in your own blood to treat acute, chronic and long-term pain from osteoarthritis, as well as tendon, ligament and cartilage injuries. The state-of-the-art technology releases growth factors and stimulates repair. Integrative medicine, including dry needling for muscle pain. Dry needling involves inserting a dry needle, or one not containing medication, through the skin into muscle areas known as trigger points. Nutritional consults to assure your diet is appropriately supporting your athletic endeavors; assistance with decisions regarding supplements

Our physicians have access to innovative technology that helps athletes rehab without bearing their full weight, reducing the strain and impact on recovering joints, bones, or muscles. The AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill is available at the Suburban Pavilion.