Sport Medicine

Today’s athlete can be a little league baseball player, a working mother interested in staying fit, or a senior citizen who golfs. From torn ligaments, to sprains and strains, Puget Sound Orthopaedics (PSO) surgeons have extensive experience in treating all kinds of conditions caused by sports related injuries. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a high school, collegiate, or professional athlete, you can benefit from Puget Sound Orthopaedics sports medicine specialists to help you get back into the game.

Sport Medicine Doctors

SPORTS MEDICINE SURGICAL CARE OPTIONS

Ligament and tendon repair
Fracture repair
Torn knee meniscus repair
ACL reconstruction
Treatment of
- Overuse injuries
- Soft tissue injuries: sprains and strains
- Throwing injuries
- Stress fractures
- Knee injuries
- Tennis elbow
- Ankle sprain
- Shin splints

Patient Education

Stress Fractures

Stress fractures are injuries that occur due to repetitive stress when the body is no longer able to absorb the shock and pressure of an action. Athletes are most susceptible to this injury and it typically occurs in the bones of the lower leg and foot. Stress fractures can be hard to detect because they […]

Sprains and Strains

Strains and sprains are common injuries when a ligament or tendon is hyper-extended leaving the tissue stretched or torn. Most injuries are mild and are treatable with rest and ice. The difference between a strain and a sprain depends on which tissue is under duress. When a ligament is injured the term is a sprain, […]

Sport Medicine Locations

What People are Saying

See what our patients and their families have to say. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive orthopedic care in a compassionate and caring environment.

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"Dr. Gray was very professional yet warm and caring. Easy to speak with and explained things in a manner in which any layman would understand. Very positive visit." - Jeanette
"Dr. Coray provided a series of constructive actions to take and explained them in clear and concise terms." - Alexander
"Dr. Thomas is a peach. One of the nicest, most thoughtful, and personally engaged doctors we have seen." - Sheila
“I am so happy I was referred to this well-qualified provider.” - Lora
"Dr. Ghidella made me feel very comfortable and was so helpful in assisting me in ways to better my wrist." - Madi
"I would recommend Dr. Hassan and Puget Sound Orthopaedics to anyone with hand injuries or shoulder problems." - Cheryl
“Everyone was great. I would definitely recommend this facility and Dr. Ghidella.” - Anonymous
"Dr. Blair was very friendly and took time to explain my condition and treatment options in a very understandable language. I will definitely see him again for needed treatment." - Mareike
“Communication is the key to everything. Nick Harrison was very helpful and able to explain the injury.” - Carl
"Words can’t express how grateful I am for Dr. Peter Krumins and his fantastic surgical team at Puget Sound Orthopaedics. Thank you for taking care of me! I can’t believe how great I feel after the surgery! I know it will take some time but I will be back dancing, working out and doing all the things I love!!! My deepest gratitude to you all!" - Silvia
"Dr. Bargren was refreshing to meet. He was thorough and pleasant." - Lauren
"Dr. Gray replaced both of my knees. He did an excellent job surgically as well as preparing me for this surgery through his staff and the joint class and preoperative meeting with Sarah PA-C. I was standing the day of surgery and walking within 24 hours. I was back at work and driving within 3 weeks. Physical therapy and a successful surgery made all the difference. Dr. Gray and his staff have been great answering questions and support. I would highly recommend Dr. Gray and I am very glad that I did a double knee replacement." - Francea
“I recommend Dr. Martin to anyone I know that needs a good doctor.” - Gary
"Dr. Thomas explained things to me very thoroughly, which put me at ease." - Anonymous
"Dr. Arroyo is kind, listens well and explained my condition in laymen's terms. If I require surgery in the future for rotator cuff injury, he will be the one I will have do it." - Verla
“I am very impressed with Dr. Jenkins. He really put me at ease with what to expect. I would recommend him very highly to anyone who needs shoulder work!” - Nancy
"Dr. Gray is a very empathetic man and has genuine concern for his patients." - Dave
"I have seen Dr. Bede since 1984. His thoroughness has always been a strong point." - Aaron
“It doesn’t get any better than Dr. Bargren! He’s been my doctor since around 1992." - William
“We have seen Dr. Vaughan before and wouldn’t use any other orthopedic surgeon.” - Dennis
"I had an absolutely stress free surgery. I had no complaints before, during or after my procedure. I would recommend this staff and especially Dr. Ghidella. He was so kind he made me feel like I had known and trusted him forever. I would recommend this team to anyone." - Elaine
"Dr. Vaughan is a very knowledgeable and thorough doctor. I feel he really cares for all his patients, treating them with respect and explaining everything." - Johanna
"Dr. Martin did my back surgery 10 years ago. I'm still doing okay and I still thank him almost every day." - Bill
"Rades PA-C is greatly appreciated by me and my wife. Really happy to have her on Dr. Arroyo's team." - Lisle
"Very impressed with Dr. Arroyo - he was highly recommended by many of my friends." - Sharon
"I have been at this center several times and I am met with the most professional staff each time. They show that they care about each patient and you feel that at that moment no one is more important than you. Hats off to my nurse Sharon. She was awesome. Thank you." - Anonymous
"Dr. Gray is warm, down to earth and knows his stuff. I had over a dozen questions and he addressed all of them. He has a professional manner with a side of humor. I think that is a great quality in a doctor." - Marilyn
"Dr. Coray was tremendous: caring, gentle, and very informative for me. He walked me through every step." - Deborah
"Maggie is awesome. Friendly, understanding, and a great person." - Michele
"Dr. Hassan was great; easy to talk to and explained everything that needed to be done." - Denise

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