Sports Medicine Specialties
UC Davis Sports Medicine is a multi-disciplinary collection of experts in the fields of Orthopaedic Surgery, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and sports performance and wellness. We offer a range of non-invasive treatments, injections and surgery to meet your specific needs.
We provide non-surgical and surgical treatment options tailored to your individual condition and goals.
Orthopaedic Surgery
Explore Orthopaedic Sports Medicine services
See the Edwards Family Athletic Center
We provide specialized orthopaedic care for knee, shoulder, and elbow injuries, including:
- ACL tears
- Meniscus and other knee ligament injuries
- Shoulder arthritis
- Shoulder instability and rotator cuff disorders
- Elbow instability and tendon injuries
- Shin splints and compartment syndrome
Foot and Ankle Service
Explore the UC Davis Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Clinic
We provide specialized care for a range of foot and ankle conditions, including:
- Foot and ankle arthritis
- Achilles tendon injuries and disorders
- Foot and ankle fractures
- Bunions and toe deformities
- Post-traumatic deformities
- Neuropathic foot conditions
- Ankle cartilage injuries
- Osteochondral defects (OCD)
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Explore the Sports and Musculoskeletal Clinic
See the Edwards Family Athletic Center
We provide non-surgical care for shoulder, elbow, knee, hip, ankle, and wrist injuries, with treatments and services including:
Injections and procedures:
- Standard and ultrasound-guided injections
- Corticosteroid injections
- Platelet-rich plasma (PRP)
- Prolotherapy
- Local anesthetic injections
- Therapeutic saline injections
- Hyaluronate (viscosupplementation)
- Tenex for chronic tendon pain
Rehabilitation and support:
- Ergonomic and postural training
- Splinting and bracing
- Preventative and rehabilitative exercise programs
Additional services:
- Nutrition guidance for joint and muscle health
- Evaluation of sports and training programs
- Acupuncture