Sports Medicine Institute at Hospital for Special Surgery

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The Sports Medicine Institute (SMI) at HSS is a multidisciplinary team of doctors, surgeons, therapists, and researchers who work together to provide world-class care for athletes at every level. The SMI combines advanced research, accurate diagnosis, and expert treatment with strong partnerships in professional sports to help patients recover, enhance performance, and prevent future injuries.

A sports injury can affect more than just game day or your ability to exercise. It can create problems with day to day life and your overall physical health and emotional wellness. Our mission to deliver top-quality care using a wide range of state-of-the art techniques helps you get back to your active life with confidence and strength.

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Jessica made a full recovery from a torn labrum in her hip

Expert Care for Sports Injuries

HSS treats more than 95,000 people and performs more than 10,000 surgeries every year. Whether your issue affects your shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, foot or ankle, our sports medicine team's expertise in both treating and preventing acute and chronic sports injuries is at the top of the game. This includes common problems like rotator cuff tear, ACL tear, torn meniscus, runner's knee and hip injuries. Our physical therapy and rehabilitation specialists are movement experts focused on helping you return to a healthy, active lifestyle. If surgery is needed, our top sports medicine surgeons are ready to get you the best outcome, so you can return to what you love to do.

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HSS physicians have cared for the NY Giants for over 30 years.

HSS Sports Medicine specialists:

are team physicians and offer support to over 30 professional sports teams, colleges and organizations
provide care in multiple locations throughout the New York, New Jersey, Connecticut tri-state area and South Florida
offer virtual telehealth appointments for first-time, follow-up and rehabilitation patients
have trained over 100 sports medicine leaders at medical institutions and hospitals all over the world

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Pioneers and Innovators in Sports Medicine

While the term sports medicine might still be an unknown term for some, it is undeniable that this branch of orthopedic medicine has grown to be an integral part of musculoskeletal health in every day life and competitive sports. It has a deep history at HSS, who has been at the forefront of sports medicine development, research and education since our inception in 1863.

View our interactive timeline of sports medicine at HSS

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We Are Serious about Injury Prevention

Prevention and strengthening are key components to staying healthy and active. From our athletic trainers and specialists to online education resources, we have what you need to stay in the game.

RIIP REPS

RIIP (Reduce Injuries Improve Performance) Reps is a free app with neuromuscular training intended to build strength when accelerating, stopping on a dime, cutting, jumping and landing for athletes ages 13 and over. Coaches can easily incorporate this 7-minute program into their regular training regimen.
Performance and Wellness Services include running assessments, sports-specific movement analysis, metabolic testing, nutrition, one-on-one training and more.
Athlete Health Program offers training and resources to local groups and schools to improve their fitness and physical education programming.

See all of our Injury Prevention Programs.

Why Choose HSS for Sports Medicine

HSS has been ranked No. 1 in orthopedics for 16 consecutive years according to U.S. News & World Report with one of the top sports medicine programs in the world. Our specialization is second to none - meaning that every step of the process is proven for success.

At HSS, you can expect:

- state of the art imaging and radiology from trained musculoskeletal specialists
- a culture that believes in the idea of returning to the game and enhancing quality of life
- a staff that understands an athletes mindset and goals
- surgeons that perform specific sports injury procedures more often than anywhere else

Our patients say it best - read hundreds of sports medicine stories: