Sports Medicine Posts

Common Football Injuries

As fall begins, football season does too. Regardless of the level of football you play the risk of injury is still there. Read our blog post to learn more.

Active Aging Exercises

Staying active is the key to healthy aging. Read our blog for ways to keep your body moving without causing wear and tear to your joints.

Common Soccer Injuries

Learn to recognize common soccer injuries you or your child may have, and when and how they should be treated.

ACL Treatment Options

Read about the different treatment options for an ACL tear. This blog includes the different graft options as well as tips to make the process better.

Arm Health and Injury Prevention in Youth Baseball

Dr. Alexander Croog explains how parents can best help their children avoid injuries when playing baseball.

Dos and Don’ts: Knee Braces, Slings, and Boots

Kris Paley, durable medical equipment equipment services manager, explains how to use knee braces, slings and boots properly and gives tips for first-time users.

by Kris Paley

Introducing the Stryker Pivot Guardian Table for Hip Arthroscopy

Dr. Kwadwo Owusu-Akyaw explains how the Stryker Pivot Guardian table is the best option for hip arthroscopies.

7 Nutrition Tips for Teenage Athletes

Tips from the OrthoVirginia Sports Performance team so teen athletes can make the best nutritional choices for themselves.

The Importance of Preseason Physicals

Dr. Christopher Annuziata, Chief Medical Officer for D. C. United, discusses why preseason physicals are important and what is involved for a professional soccer team.

How to Tell if You’re Ready to Return to Playing Sports

Our Sports Performance team walk you through three tests you can do at home to see if you’re ready to return to the field after physical therapy.