UH Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute

Sports Medicine Expertise for Foot and Ankle Conditions

The sports medicine experts at UH Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute care for athletes of all ages and skill levels. Our physicians understand that a sports-related foot or ankle injury can disrupt performance both immediately and long-term and may cause permanent damage if not treated appropriately.

Our goal is to treat the immediate injury, diminish any post-injury discomfort and return athletes to their previous sports performance level whenever possible.

Make an Appointment

To schedule an appointment with a specialist at UH Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute, call 440-613-2326 or schedule online using the links provided below:

Schedule with a UH Podiatrist

Schedule with a UH Sports Medicine Foot & Ankle Specialist

Schedule with a Primary Care Sports Medicine Provider

Sports-Related Foot and Ankle Injuries

Trusted by Professional Athletes

The University Hospitals sports medicine team has been selected by organizations such as the National Football League and the International Olympic Committee to care for the most elite athletes.

The potential for foot or ankle injury is a special concern for athletes who participate in several sports at once or play sports year-round. For these individuals, common overuse injuries such as stress fractures can be more challenging to treat because the repetitive trauma incurred with continued training doesn’t allow the body time to heal.

In addition, milder injuries can weaken the foot and ankle structure, which can lead to chronic pain or instability.

The board-certified and fellowship-trained sports medicine specialists at UH Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute offer expert diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of foot and ankle conditions, including: