Sports medicine is the study and practice of medical science related to the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of injuries incurred in sports or exercise. It is a branch of medicine that deals with physical fitness and the treatment and prevention of injuries associated with participation in sports and exercise.
Sports medicine physicians are experts in the management of musculoskeletal injuries. They work closely with orthopedic surgeons, rehabilitation specialists, physiotherapists, athletic trainers and other health care professionals to provide comprehensive care for athletes of all ages and levels of ability.
The scope of sports medicine includes:
Prevention: Sports medicine physicians work to prevent injuries through education, identificatio