Sports Medicine in the News

Weekend warriors can combat injury with appropriate training
Busy work weeks leave many people cramming workouts into a few weekend hours. While finding time to remain active is vital to one’s health, engaging in a week’s worth of physical activity solely on the weekends can put you at greater risk for injury. Click to read full story.

Geisinger Physician quoted in news article on Tiger Woods’ Injury
Dr. Matthew McElroy was quoted recently in news article on the chronic knee problems experienced by golfer Tiger Woods.  Click to read full story.

Geisinger doctor is guest journal editor
Gregory Fanelli, MD, was featured as the guest editor of consecutive issues of Operative Techniques in Sports Medicine, entitled "How the Experts Manage the Multiple Ligament Injured (Dislocated) Knee, Parts 1 and 2." Click to review abstracts of the journal articles.

Athletic trainer quoted in article
Gina Marotta MS, ATC, CSCS was recently quoted for a concussion article in the Bloomsburg High School, Online Red and White. Click to read full story.

Geisinger physician travels with U.S. Ski Team
Matthew McElroy, DO, sports medicine physician at Geisinger Medical Center, recently traveled as the designated physician for the U.S. Women’s Ski Team to the Women’s World Cup speed event in Åre, Sweden. Click to read full story.

Athletic trainer one of "best careers 2011"
As student-athletes train harder and compete younger, schools need more athletic trainers to keep them healthy. Athletic trainers help prevent and treat injuries, specifically muscle and bone injuries, not only for young athletes, but also for professional athletes and industrial workers. Click to read full story.

Bloomsburg-GMC program earns accreditation
The Clinical Athletic Training program at Bloomsburg University has received initial accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). Click to read full story.

One hit may be all it takes for concussion
Matthew McElroy, MD, discusses recent head injuries to high-profile NFL quarterbacks. Click to read full story.

Looking to Get Active?
Geisinger Sports Medicine sponsors the River Towns Race Series, which hosts a variety of races from running to biking and 5Ks to marathons, spanning the spring, summer and fall seasons. These races can be found in various locations in Central Pennsylvania from Wyalusing, Lewisburg, Shamokin and many more.

Need another good reason to get out there and get active? Wilkes-Barre Racing is hosting races this fall to raise money for the "Dave Thomas for Adoptions Fund." These races include a half marathon, 10K, and 1-mile run. So what are you waiting for? Get out there and start training.

Platelet Gel Therapy
Geisinger is a national leader in using Platelet Rich Plasma to improve outcomes. Click here to learn more.

Cameron's Story
Learn about the benefits of choosing Geisinger Sports Medicine from one local athlete and Chief of Sports Medicine, Daniel Feldmann, MD. Read more.

JJ Outlaw's Story
Learn about the benefits of choosing Geisinger Sports Medicine from one local athlete and Director of Sports Medicine, William Krywicki, MD. Read more.

Sports Medicine in the news
Follow the news about Geisinger Sports Medicine experts. Click for archive.

Physical fitness and recreation are important ingredients in a well-rounded lifestyle. Part of being a successful athlete includes recognizing your limitations, allowing your body to rest and recuperate properly, and providing it with sufficient nutrition and hydration. In training and competition, risk of injury can be minimized with injury prevention education. When an injury does occur, you want to make sure it is handled by professional physicians with a holistic philosophy who respect the unique needs of an athlete.

We specialize in helping student and professional athletes as well as weekend warriors!

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At Geisinger Sports Medicine, our experienced team of sports injury specialists improves the capabilities of sports medicine, one patient at a time, with our comprehensive injury services. From diagnosis and treatment to rehabilitation and recovery, our goal is to help you get back in the game – quickly and safely – with quality care you can count on.

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To request an appointment with a Geisinger Sports Medicine specialist, please call the Danville Office at 1-866-414-4988 or the Wilkes-Barre Office at 1-800-921-1467

Don’t let an injury keep you on the bench. Schedule your Geisinger Sports Medicine appointment today.