Athlete-Focused Treatment
Dr. Stapleton understands the demands of athletic performance and designs treatment plans aimed at safe return to sport, not just symptom relief.
Sports Medicine
Sports Injury Treatment & Prevention by Dr. Stapleton in Lewisburg
Specialized sports medicine orthopedic care for athletes of all levels in Lewisburg, WV. Dr. Stapleton diagnoses and treats sports-related injuries with evidence-based methods.
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- ✓Injury prevention assessment for youth and adult athletes
- ✓Treatment of acute sports injuries including strains, sprains, and tears
- ✓Return-to-play protocols tailored to individual sport and activity level
- ✓Rehabilitation coordination with sports-focused physical therapy
- ✓Expertise in common athletic injuries: ACL tears, shoulder instability, ankle sprains, stress fractures
30+
Years combined sports medicine expertise across our team
89%
Athletes return to pre-injury level of competition
6-8
Weeks average time to clearance for full sports participation
Benefits & Outcomes
Preventive Approach
Identify biomechanical risk factors and movement patterns that increase injury risk, enabling targeted prevention strategies for injury-prone athletes.
Coordinated Rehabilitation
Work with our sports-focused physical therapists to ensure proper progression from injury through safe return to full athletic participation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do immediately after a sports injury?▾
Follow RICE protocol (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation). Contact our office for urgent evaluation. We can often see acute injuries the same day or next morning.
When can I return to playing my sport?▾
Return-to-play decisions depend on injury type, healing progress, and strength/stability testing. Dr. Stapleton provides clear criteria and gradual progression plans.
Can sports injuries be prevented?▾
Many injuries can be reduced through proper conditioning, technique coaching, and correcting biomechanical imbalances. We offer injury prevention assessments for athletes.
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