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Move Better at the #1 Hospital for Orthopedics

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A sports injury can affect more than just game day or your ability to exercise. It can create problems with day to day life, your overall physical health and emotional wellness.

Our multidisciplinary sports medicine specialists are entrusted to care for some of the top athletes and sports teams in the world. Know that every person who comes to HSS receives the benefit of their expertise and specialization, regardless of activity level or affiliation. Whether your issue affects your shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, foot or ankle, our sports medicine experts specialize in a wide range of nonsurgical and state-of-the art techniques to ensure that you receive the right care for your condition.

Jessica
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. 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.

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

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.

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  • 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 14 consecutive years according to U.S. News & World Report and named No. 1 in orthopedics in the world from Newsweek. 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

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