Sports Medicine

Sports Medicine Leaders in Minimally Invasive Orthopaedic Surgeries & Non-Operative Treatments

BJISG is the leading provider of sports injury care and offers advanced, individualized treatments in sports related injuries to all of South Georgia’s athletes. With four convenient locations: Jesup, Waycross, Hinesville & Baxley, our doctors care for injuries and conditions affecting the ankle, elbow, foot, hand, hip, knee, leg, pelvis, shoulder, and wrist.

Sports medicine deals with the physical fitness, preventive care and treatment of amateur and professional athletes. We can also treat those with disabilities who are trying to increase their capabilities and mobility and those who have suffered an injury and are trying to regain full function.

Conditions often treated in the area of Sports Medicine, can include:

Ankle Sprains including High Ankle Sprains • Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury • Dislocations and separations • Medial collateral ligament (MCL) injury • Nerve compression • Overuse injuries • Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) injury • Rotator cuff pain and injuries • Sprains and strains • Tendonitis • Tennis elbow • Throwing Elbow Injuries • Throwing Shoulder Injuries including dislocations and/or instabilities • Torn Cartilage • Trauma and Fractures • Turf Toe & much more

BJISG orthopaedic surgeons have been trained in and have advanced knowledge of physical conditioning, soft tissue biomechanics, performance and health, and field evaluation. We are able to treat all of the musculoskeletal structures that can be affected by training, sports activity, and exercise.

Common surgical and non-surgical treatments in sports medicine include:

ACL reconstruction • Arthroscopy • Cartilage restoration • External fixation • Internal fixation • Joint injections • Reduction • Rotator cuff repair • Shoulder, knee and ankle arthroscopy • Surgical and non-surgical fracture treatment • Tendon repair • Physical Therapy

What Should I Expect When Visiting BJISG?

First, we will do a thorough examination and assessment of your injuries. Depending on your specific issue, we may order additional diagnostic tests such as an X-ray, CT scan and/or MRI. Your doctor will discuss any and all treatment options with you to mutually determine the best treatment plan according to your health and lifestyle.

Meet Our World Class Orthopaedic Medical Staff