Southwest Orthopedics – Sports Medicine
This department offers
- Athletic Injuries and Prevention
- Injury risk evaulation
- Musculoskeletal care
- Sports & Exercise Medicine
- Sports Medicine
- Sports medicine and performance
Helping athletes and active individuals recover, prevent injury, and stay strong
When movement matters to your lifestyle, your sport, or your career, our Sports Medicine team at Intermountain Health is here to help you stay in the game. Whether you're an athlete, weekend warrior, or someone who simply wants to stay active, we offer advanced non-surgical care designed to treat, optimize, and protect your physical performance.
Our physicians specialize in diagnosing and treating sports-related injuries and conditions, developing customized plans that help you recover faster, reduce your risk of future injuries, and improve your overall musculoskeletal health. We focus on your goals—because your journey to wellness should match your lifestyle.
Conditions we treat
We care for a wide range of sports-related and musculoskeletal conditions, including:
- Sprains, strains, and overuse injuries
- Tendonitis and bursitis
- Fractures and bone injuries (non-surgical care with casting/splinting)
- Joint instability
- Osteoarthritis
- Sports-related concussions
- Muscle imbalances and chronic pain
- Pre- and post-operative orthopedic concerns
Treatments and services we offer
Our approach is hands-on, evidence-based, and tailored to each individual. Treatment options include:
- Comprehensive musculoskeletal evaluations
- Non-operative orthopedic care
- Ultrasound-guided joint and soft tissue injections (including corticosteroid, hyaluronic acid, and PRP)
- Diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound
- Tendon, ligament, and joint care
- Sports physicals and pre-participation evaluations
- Customized treatment plans to support surgical recovery and optimize performance
What sets us apart
Our team of fellowship-trained sports medicine physicians brings advanced training and a passion for performance to every patient interaction. We understand the biomechanics of movement and how each treatment impacts your ability to stay active. You won’t just receive care—you’ll receive a plan built around your lifestyle.
With a focus on conservative, non-surgical treatment, we offer expert diagnostics and interventions that help avoid unnecessary surgery. And when surgery is needed, we collaborate closely with our orthopedic surgeons to ensure seamless continuity of care.
Frequently asked questions
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