Sports medicine for everyone’s needs

The sports medicine team at Sanford Health is passionate about helping patients of all ages. Whether you’re an active athlete or a weekend warrior, our sports medicine experts are ready to help you get back to feeling your best.

We provide a full scope of advanced surgical and nonsurgical recovery options. We continue your care by working with physical therapists to ensure you have everything you need in your recovery.

Our sports medicine care team has special training to help restore function for patients so they can get moving again as soon as possible. This includes experienced athletes and those who just began an exercise training program.


When to visit our sports medicine care team

We understand that no athlete or injury is exactly alike. So, whether you’re experiencing pain from pounding the pavement for your first 5K, or you’re looking at rehab options to help you get back in the game after an injury, we provide a full range of personalized care.

You may need to see our sports medicine team for injuries and conditions such as:

  • Ankle sprains
  • Cartilage injuries
  • Concussions
  • Fractures
  • Knee or shoulder injuries
  • Tendonitis

Our sports medicine team can also advise you on nutrition, supplements, exercise and injury prevention.

We partner with high school, semi-pro and collegiate teams and are trusted by your favorite teams to care for their athletes.


Our partners on the sidelines and in the clinic

Sanford Health supports over 500 groups, agencies, educational programs, economic development efforts, and health-related activities and programs in South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota and Iowa.

In addition, our sports medicine team is the official sports medicine provider to many high school, university (including NCAA Division I and Division II teams) and professional teams.

Our Sports Medicine department has become a destination for many professional athletes nationwide.


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