Why choose the Ochsner Andrews Sports Medicine Institute?

At the Ochsner Andrews Sports Medicine Institute, our goal is to help you return to the court or field as quickly and safely as possible. Our team of primary care sports medicine physicians, athletic trainers, physical therapists, orthopedic surgeons and more work together to provide individualized care to each of our patients.

Pediatric patients and high school athletes, members of the New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Pelicans, weekend warriors and senior citizens all turn to us for care.

Though sports medicine focuses on treating athletic injuries, you don’t have to be an athlete to benefit from our program. At the Ochsner Andrews Sports Medicine Institute, we care for athletes and non-athletes of all ages, stages and abilities.

Who Benefits From Sports Medicine Care?

Athletic injuries are as unique as the athletes who get them. Sports injuries we treat at the Ochsner Andrews Sports Medicine Institute include:

• Arm and shoulder injuries (broken shoulder, rotator cuff injury, tennis elbow, etc.)

• Concussion

• Foot and ankle injuries (ankle sprains, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendon injury, etc.)

• Hip, leg and knee injuries and pains (torn ACL, pulled or strained hamstring, etc.)

• Joint injuries and pains (sprains, breaks, etc.)

Comprehensive Care for Each Patient

No matter your injury, our goal is to help you return to the court or field as quickly and safely as possible. Services provided through the Ochsner Andrews Sports Medicine Institute include:

• Concussion management
• Education and preventive care to prevent future injury
• Osteopathic manipulation, a noninvasive approach that uses touch to diagnose, treat and prevent injury
• Outpatient rehabilitation and physical therapy tailored to your injury, lifestyle and goals
• State-of-the-art radiology and diagnostic imaging to ensure accurate diagnosis and full understanding of your needs
• Athletic performance training program (offered in New Orleans, Covington and Baton Rouge)

Specialized Care for Children and Adults

While many sports medicine programs serve patients ages 12 and older, Ochsner offers care starting at 18 months. Specially trained in pediatric care, our pediatric sports medicine physician Olabode Agaja, DO, understands the differences in a child’s anatomy. We realize children’s growing bodies have unique needs.

Pediatric injuries we care for include:

• Concussion

• Knee, hip and lower back pain

• Knee ligament injuries

• Little league elbow and shoulder

• Shoulder and other bone dislocation

Integrated Services and Coordinated Care

As an Ochsner patient, your team isn’t limited to sports medicine. When you turn to the Ochsner Andrews Sports Medicine Institute, you get access to our team of experts. Members of your care team may include:

• Athletic trainers

• Orthopedic surgeons

• Performance training coaches

• Physical medicine physicians

• Physical therapists

• Primary care sports medicine physicians

• Rehabilitation sports physicians

• Sports medicine assistants

Your sports medicine team will collaborate with other specialists and doctors to improve and protect your health. They will keep your other doctors informed, making transitions back to their care seamless.

What is the Ochsner Andrews Sports Medicine Institute?

The Ochsner Andrews Sports Medicine Institute combines Ochsner’s award-winning sports medicine program with renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. James Andrews’ expertise, research and education platform. This partnership strengthens the best-in-class care for patients and athletes across Louisiana and Mississippi.

Dr. Andrews consults with Ochsner physicians and sports medicine teams in person several times a month to provide guidance on programs and share clinical best practices, participate in educational, research and professional development initiatives and lead advocacy efforts to prevent youth sports injuries.

FAQs

What is sports medicine?

Sports medicine is a type of care that helps people recover from injuries related to sports, exercise or other physical activities. Sports medicine specialists at the Ochsner Andrews Sports Medicine Institute can help you meet your wellness, fitness and athletic performance goals.

Is sports medicine the same as physical therapy?

Sports medicine and physical therapy both aim at helping you regain function and return to the activities you love. However, experts at the Ochsner Andrews Sports Medicine Institute undergo sport-specific training. This enables them to help athletes safely return to their sports. Additionally, many of our sports medicine experts are former athletes, so they understand the demands of various sports and can safely guide athletes in their recoveries.

Are all visits in-person?

Treating sports injures typically requires our team to see and touch your injury. Sometimes, follow-up appointments can be performed virtually. For these visits, you talk with your team on your computer or smartphone. Ask your team members whether your next appointment can take place online.

Featured Specialties

• International Health
• Men's Health
• Orthopedics
• Sports Medicine: Baton Rouge
• Sports Medicine: Northshore

Sports Medicine Virtual Visit

Sports Medicine virtual visits now available! Call 1-504-842-3970 to schedule an appointment.

• Learn More
• Read Our FAQs

Must Reads Newsletter

Get the latest health and wellness information from experts at Ochsner, delivered straight to your inbox.

• Sign Up Now

Explore Clinical Trials

Ochsner Health performs groundbreaking research.

• Explore Clinical Trials

Donate to Ochsner

We change and save lives every day. Your support makes it possible.

• Donate to Ochsner

Related Blogs

Who Should See a Sports Medicine Specialist?

How Important is Mental Health for Student-Athletes?

Baseball Pitching Tips: How to Keep Your Arm Healthy

The Best Health Apps to Help Keep Your New Year's Resolution

Baseball Training Tips: How Young Athletes Can Train Year-Round to Prevent Injury

3 Tips to Manage Weather-Related Joint Pain

What Are the Symptoms of Dehydration?

How to Train like a Runner

How to Train Like an Olympic Swimmer

5 Things to Know About Daily Stretching

Train Like an Olympic Gymnast

Pain Behind the Kneecap

Related Videos

Ochsner Doctor's Note: Sports Medicine Innovation - Deryk Jones, MD

Ochsner Doctor's Note: Tips on Training as You Get Older - Misty Suri, MD

Ochsner Doctor's Note: Athletic Trainers - Jordan Blough

Hello Health: Sports Medicine with Andrew Gottschalk, MD

Misty Suri Discusses Repetitive Strain Injuries

Family Doctor: Working Together as Father and Son

Injuries Playing Sports

Orthopedic Surgeon or Sports Medicine Provider?

Orthopedic Surgery v. Non-Operative Treatments

Treating Athletes: Professional v. Amateur Level

Tactical Athletes

The Better Athlete

Why did you choose Sports Medicine? with David Leslie, DO and Lauren Leslie, DO

What does your daily practice involve? with David Leslie, DO and Lauren Leslie, DO

What is Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment? with David Leslie, DO and Lauren Leslie, DO

Orthopedic surgery vs non-surgical treatment? with David Leslie, DO and Lauren Leslie, DO

When do you recommend injections as treatment? with David Leslie, DO and Lauren Leslie, DO

How long do injections last? with David Leslie, DO and Lauren Leslie, DO

How quickly can you resume activity after an injection? with David Leslie, DO and Lauren Leslie, DO

What's it like working with your spouse? with David Leslie, DO and Lauren Leslie, DO

Advice for spouses who work together? with David Leslie, DO and Lauren Leslie, DO

How athletes can stay on track during COVID-19? with David Leslie, DO and Lauren Leslie, DO

Ochsner Sports Medicine Institute and John Curtis High School

Men's Basketball Athletic Trainer Withstands COVID-19 and Hurricane Laura