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Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Orthopaedic Surgery | Sports Medicine in Amarillo, Texas

DefinitionAn orthopaedic surgeon trained in sports medicine provides appropriate care for all structures of the musculoskeletal system directly affected by participation in sporting activity. This specialist is proficient in areas including conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and nutrition on performance and health, coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices enables the specialist to prevent and manage athletic injuries.
GroupingAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
ClassificationOrthopaedic Surgery
SpecializationSports Medicine

Health providers classified as Sports Medicine in Amarillo, Texas

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TitleSpecialization
207X00000X
207XP3100XPediatric Orthopaedic Surgery
207XS0106XHand Surgery
207XS0114XAdult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery
207XS0117XOrthopaedic Surgery of the Spine
207XX0004XFoot and Ankle Surgery
207XX0801XOrthopaedic Trauma