The knee is a complex joint and one of the most easily injured. According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, knee pain is the reason for millions of doctor visits every year.

At Inova Sports Medicine, we provide accurate diagnosis and expert treatment for a wide variety of knee injuries. Our fellowship-trained sports medicine physicians and other specialists offer the latest treatments and technology, so you can get back to the activities you love, pain free.

Preventing Knee Injuries

We know you are eager to return to your active lifestyle. After treating your knee injury, our specialists will help you regain your strength and can teach you specific knee exercises to help reduce your risk of knee injuries. Our team includes physical therapists and athletic trainers who are certified in Sportsmetrics™, a national ACL-injury prevention program.

You can help prevent knee injuries by:

  • Warming up and stretching before playing sports
  • Strengthening specific muscle groups important to your sport
  • Gradually increasing intensity and time spent exercising
  • Wearing well-fitting shoes
  • Maintaining a healthy weight to avoid putting excess pressure on your knees