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Due to their dynamic nature, sports-related injuries require highly specialized methods of treatment. The specialty-trained sports medicine doctors at Sierra Pacific Orthopedics specialize in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries related to athletic activity and are dedicated to helping athletes reclaim their active lifestyles and compete at their highest potential.

What You Need to Know About MCL Injuries

As one of the four stabilizing ligaments in the knee, the medial collateral ligament or MCL, located on the inner side of the knee joint, attaches the shinbone to the thighbone. This ligament is important for keeping the knee joint stable and allows for movement of the knee. Because the MCL is important for stabilization, it can put an athlete on the sidelines if injured.

How to Avoid an ACL Injury

As athletes participating in fall sports begin lacing up their shoes for the season, coaches may start to worry about the risk of knee injuries for their athletes. But remembering a few key pointers will help keep players off the bench this season. Read more for insights from our experts at Sierra Pacific Orthopedics.

The Benefits of Arthroscopic Knee Surgery

Knee arthroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure that is a reliable way to diagnose and correct knee problems. The primary benefit is that you are able to return to a pain-free life with full knee mobility shortly after the procedure. Continue reading to learn more about knee arthroscopy from our knee experts at Sierra Pacific Orthopedics.

How Do Meniscus Tears Affect Athletes?

The meniscus acts as a shock absorber and stabilizer in the knee joint, and an injury to the meniscus can have lasting effects on a young athlete. Our knee doctors at Sierra Pacific Orthopedics offer insight on the impact of a meniscus injury on an athlete.