Sports medicine is a specialty of medicine that specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries and medical disorders caused by physical activity, exercise, and sports involvement. It is a multidisciplinary strategy including a variety of healthcare experts, including physicians, orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, athletic trainers, nutritionists, and sport psychologists.
Sports medicine is essential in supporting athletes at all levels, from leisure enthusiasts to top competitors, by improving health, preventing injuries, and facilitating optimal performance and recovery in the context of sports and physical activity.