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Dr. Michael Isiah Sandlin M.D.

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(1 rating)
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Sports Medicine, Foot & Ankle Surgery, Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery
1608 S J Street, Tacoma, WA 98405
253-274-7504
"Dr. Sandlin performed a newer technique to repair my Achilles tendon rupture. He performed Percutaneous Achilles Repair Surgery (PARS) which resulted in much smaller wound which healed quickly, and the entire procedure has allowed me to be weeks ahead of typical ATRS recovery. He is the only surgeon I could find locally doing this repair, and I highly recommend Dr. Sandlin. I have had no issues with my wound, or repair. He is the guy to see for foot and ankle injuries!"
June 15, 2018
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Jos A. Cove MD

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(8 ratings)
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Pediatric Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine, Spine Surgery, Adult Orthopedic Reconstructive Surgery, Orthopedic Trauma
315 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA 98405
253-792-6555
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Zubin Vasavada MD

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(1 rating)
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Sports Medicine, Preventive Medicine, Women's Health, Adolescent Medicine, Family Medicine
32018 S 23rd Avenue, Federal Way, WA 98003
musculoskeletal problems, asthma, sports health ...
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Dr. Gary P. Hunter D.O.

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(12 ratings)
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Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, Sports Medicine, Foot & Ankle Surgery, Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery
34612 S 6th Avenue, Federal Way, WA 98003
253-838-8552
replacement arthroplasty (joint replacement)
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Thomas M. Jinguji

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(5 ratings)
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Pediatric Sports Medicine, Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery
34920 S Enchanted Parkway, Federal Way, WA 98003
musculoskeletal problems, sports health, vascular (blood vessel) problems

What is Sports Medicine?

Sports medicine is the specialty that promotes physical fitness and activity while managing, treating, and preventing injuries that happen during exercise or participation in sports. Sports medicine fosters wellness and fitness and works to inhibit injury. A sports medicine specialist may work with professional athletes, school sports teams, individuals who participate in sports on the weekend for fun, or someone who is just beginning to exercise for the first time. Although their main focus is on musculoskeletal function, sports medicine specialists also care for patients' full medical and nutritional needs as they relate to their active lifestyle.

Some examples of the kinds of injuries and issues that a sports medicine specialist might see in their work include:
  • Acute sports injuries (sprains, fractures)
  • Overuse injuries (tendonitis, bursitis)
  • Head injuries (concussion)
  • Heat injuries (heat stroke)
  • Athletes with chronic illness (asthma, diabetes, heart disease) and how their illness is affected by exercise
  • Nutrition and the use of supplements
  • Developing a safe exercise plan for obese or sedentary patients
  • Substance abuse of performance-enhancing drugs
  • Teaching proper form and technique to reduce the chance of injury

Sports medicine specialists often work closely with orthopedic specialists, and the scope of their work can have some overlap. The main distinction is that orthopedic specialists can perform surgery when it is needed, while sports medicine specialists focus on non-surgical solutions for injuries.

Whether they are the team physicians making sure every professional player is performing safely and at their best, or community specialists getting you back in the game after a sprained ankle, sports medicine doctors are there to make sure you're in good condition to lead an active life.