Sports Medicine

Sports injuries are unique — and that means they require a special treatment approach. At Catalyst Medical Group in Lewiston, Idaho, the team of orthopedic surgeons includes experts with the highest level of sports medicine training and experience. The locally owned practice offers personalized care from providers who live in your community, and they’re ready to help get you back to your favorite sports and activities. Thank you for visiting us online. Call the Lewiston Orthopedic office at 208.743.3523 to book your appointment.

What is Sports Medicine?

Sports medicine is the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of injuries that happen in sports. While physical activity is a crucial part of your health and wellness, sports demand a lot from your body. 

Whether you’re a weekend warrior, amateur athlete, or professional athlete, injuries can happen because of repetitive movements, overtraining, or accidents. 

At Catalyst Medical Group, all of the valley’s most highly ranked orthopedic, sports medicine specialists, come together to offer comprehensive sports injury care under one roof.  

When might I need sports medicine?

You may need sports medicine if, you experience an injury or have new pain or movement issues related to sports. Some of the injuries, that the Catalyst Medical Group team specializes in treating are:

• Sprains
• Strains
• Fractures
• Muscle weakness
• Torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)
• Torn medial collateral ligament (MCL)
• Cartilage injuries, such as meniscus tears
• Joint instability

You need your body to function normally for sports and daily activities, so it’s important to treat sports injuries right away. Untreated, a sports injury can quickly worsen to cause lasting mobility and function issues. 

How does diagnosis of sports injuries work?

The team performs a full physical exam and reviews all your symptoms. They can often determine the type of injury with an exam, but in some cases, you might need an X-ray or other radiology tests.  

Catalyst Medical Group has extensive state-of-the-art facilities on site, including X-rays and labs in the same building.

How are sports injuries treated?

With their dynamic nature, sports injuries need specialized care to make sure you return to full function. Catalyst Medical Group offers comprehensive treatment options for sports injuries, from conservative care like splinting, physical therapy, and medication to advanced treatments like surgical ACL repair.

The CMG team understands that you’re ready to return to your favorite activities as quickly as possible. They offer options that can help you heal and do so safely.

Nonsurgical methods are always the first approach since they require less downtime, but the expert team can also perform minimally invasive surgery, which cuts down on your recovery time.

Do you have a sports injury and want only the very best care?

If your visit online didn’t address your needs, please call Catalyst Medical Group’s, Lewiston Orthopedic office at 208.743.3523 for additional guidance or to schedule your consultation.