Some of the conditions that orthopedic sports medicine doctors treat can be resolved without surgical intervention. Sports medicine specialists typically try to heal your injury through non-surgical techniques such as:
Rest and activity modification
Physical therapy
Corticosteroid injections
Compression
Heat and ice
Anti-inflammatory medication
But for many bone, muscle and joint issues, surgery may be the most effective solution. Following your initial visit and any necessary diagnostic tests, your orthopedic sports medicine surgeon reviews the best treatment options for your specific situation.