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The first visit includes a detailed history of your injury, activity level, and training habits. The doctor will perform a focused musculoskeletal exam, testing range of motion, strength, and stability of the affected area. They may use in-office ultrasound for real-time imaging. Treatment plans often combine physical therapy, targeted exercises, injection options (corticosteroid, PRP), and graduated return-to-activity protocols.
See a sports medicine doctor for sprains, strains, tendinitis, overuse injuries, stress fractures, concussions, exercise-related knee or shoulder pain, hip pain from running or cycling, back pain related to activity, and guidance on returning to exercise after injury or surgery. They are also a good resource for exercise prescription if you have chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, or obesity.
Office visit copay: $30-75 · In-office ultrasound: included in visit or $100-300 · Corticosteroid injection: $100-300 · MRI: $500-3,000
Sports medicine visits are covered as specialist visits under medical insurance. Physical therapy referrals are typically covered with visit caps. Imaging (MRI, ultrasound) may require prior authorization. PRP and regenerative injections are generally not covered by insurance and cost $500 to $2,000 per injection out of pocket. Standard corticosteroid injections are covered.