Mayo Clinic Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

08/28/2025

The weather is hot, and your favorite outdoor pastimes are in full swing.

Keep your family safe and active in this heat by following these simple tips.

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I love to be outdoors. I enjoy running, hiking and swimming. Often in the summer, I take my family camping, and we go kayaking, canoeing and do other activities. With the temperatures anticipated to be above average this summer, what advice do you have for making sure we avoid issu...

08/26/2025

Did you know that your elbow has a built-in cushion?

The elbow (olecranon) bursa is a thin sac of fluid that protects this sensitive joint from trauma. When inflamed, this can cause pain and swelling.

Learn about at-home treatment options from our experts.

Mayo Clinic is rated a top hospital for elbow bursitis and is home to elbow doctors with expertise in diagnosing and treating sports and recreational injuries.

08/25/2025

Proper mechanics are crucial for preventing injury in tennis.

Dr. Kakar and his colleagues at Mayo Clinic have worked with the United States Tennis Association - USTA (Official) to analyze tennis strokes beyond what the naked eye can see.

Discover their findings here.

ROCHESTER, Minn. — Being active is good for the body, but some sports can be especially hard on the hands and wrists. Pain on the side of the wrist opposite the thumb — called ulnar wrist pain — is a common cause of debilitating pain in athletes who play sports that use sticks or racquets, suc...

08/20/2025

Too much of a great thing can be, well, too much.

Repetitive motions for athletes and weekend warriors alike can lead to overuse injuries, which may prevent you from doing the activity you love.

Avoid overuse by following these tips.

When it comes to sports, sometimes too much of a great thing can be, well, too much — too much running, swinging, throwing, jumping. These repetitive motions can lead to overuse injuries, which may prevent you from participating for the rest of the season and limit rehabilitation. And they could e...

08/19/2025

At our Hip Preservation Clinic, we are a dedicated team committed to enhancing hip function and alleviating pain.​

Connect with us to discover a personalized approach to care that includes expert diagnosis, non-surgical and advanced surgical options, and comprehensive rehabilitation.

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08/18/2025

An active lifestyle can lead to many different passions.

Dr. Sellon understands the importance of taking different perspectives to lead you to where you want to be: https://mayocl.in/41GMy9U

08/15/2025

Traditionally, a meniscus tear has been treated with its removal, but that can lead to destruction of the joint and ultimately arthritis.

At Mayo Clinic, our treatment options are based on one goal: to repair and restore.

Learn how our team of experts is at the forefront of meniscus preservation.

The meniscus is a commonly injured structure within the knee joint. As a shock absorber and stabilizer, it is crucial to knee health and longevity in terms of performance and activity. Traditionally, tearing it meant meniscus removal, which leads to rapid destruction of the joint surface cartilage a...

08/14/2025

Holograms and virtual reality (VR) headsets can be used for more than just gaming.

Dr. Sanchez-Sotelo, a Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeon, explains how, for the first time ever, mixed reality played a vital role in a recent shoulder surgery he performed.

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08/11/2025

From baseball and softball players to gymnasts and swimmers, as well as tennis players and CrossFitters, the movements required for participation in these sports often lead to various tears, ligament injuries, and impingements.

Our experts have extensive experience caring for these types of injuries. Connect with our team to learn more.

The overhead athlete clinic has a team of orthopedic surgeons, non-operative sports medicine physicians and physical therapists with expertise in cutting-edge care.

08/08/2025

While may seem like a slower and lower-impact sport, Mayo Clinic experts remind you it’s important to remember injuries can still happen.

Learn about the P’s of pickleball injury prevention. https://mayocl.in/3HsaLdd

08/06/2025

After her injury as a collegiate athlete, Dr. Johnson gained respect for the team that helped her through it.

This experience allows her to empathize with patients, focusing on the recovery journey rather than the injury itself. Watch her story.

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08/05/2025

Dr. Sierra wants to set the record straight about aging and joint replacements.

Learn how we’re using precision robotic surgery to improve the outcomes of joint replacements.

Arthritis and joint replacements are not inevitable. However, birth defects and other issues can increase the risk of hip or knee problems