Sports Therapy and General Orthopaedics
Our sports therapy team can help get you back to your normal and active lifestyle after an injury or surgery. Our physical therapists and athletic trainers work with you to restore range of motion, flexibility, strength, mobility and endurance. Our team guides and supports you with the tools you need to safely return to sports, recreation and daily activities.
Our goal is to help get you back to the life you love, whether you are 13 or 93.
Conditions We Manage
We provide therapy for a range of orthopaedic injuries and conditions, including:
- ACL repair and other knee surgeries
- Foot and ankle injuries
- Hip impingement
- Ligament and tendon injuries
- Post-operative care
- Shoulder injuries
Meet Your Care Team
Monroe J. AbramATC, MEd, BS
- Athletic Trainer, General Orthopaedic Therapy, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy
Amy G. AstonPT
- General Orthopaedic Therapy, Joint Replacement Therapy, Physical Therapy, Spine Therapy
Caitlyn B. BaileyATC, MS, BS
- Athletic Trainer, General Orthopaedic Therapy, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy
Haley K. BrochuMSA, ATC
- Athletic Trainer, General Orthopaedic Therapy, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy
Rebecca N. DickinsonDPT, PT
- General Orthopaedic Therapy, Physical Therapy, Post-Concussion Therapy, Sports Therapy
Why Choose Sports Therapy and General Orthopaedics at Vanderbilt
- Patient-centered care
We work closely with your provider, often in the same location, to enhance your experience through the continuum of care. To provide direct communication with your treatment team, we use the same electronic medical record system. Our team will collaborate with you to design an individualized treatment program that targets your specific needs and goals.
- Knowledge and experience
All of our therapists and certified athletic trainers receive advanced training and have extensive experience treating orthopaedic injuries and providing post-surgery rehabilitation. At Vanderbilt, you have access to orthopaedic certified specialists, sports certified specialists, certified hand therapists, certified manual therapists and certified women’s health specialists.
- Recognized care
Vanderbilt is consistently ranked among the nation’s best by leading authorities on health care quality. People from throughout the Southeast and across the country rely on us for the best and most innovative care possible.
- Advanced research
As part of an academic medical center, we investigate new, more effective approaches to orthopaedic care. This means you have access to the latest treatment options available.
- Trusted by athletes
We are the official health care provider for the Nashville Predators, Nashville Sounds, Nashville Soccer Club and the Vanderbilt University Commodores. You can expect the same level of care we provide these top athletes.
Tests, Treatments and Services
We offer a full range of tests, treatments and services, including:
- Active and passive range of motion
- Fabrication of foot orthotics
- Joint mobilization
- Movement screenings
- Progressive strength training
- Return to sport testing and training
- Soft tissue mobilization
- Running evaluation