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Area of Expertise: Sports Medicine(Part of Orthopaedics)

From the beginner to the weekend warrior or senior athlete, all skill levels can benefit from our services to help you heal and return to your favorite activities. The UAMS Health orthopaedics and sports medicine team provides comprehensive, personalized services designed to get you back in the game. And you don’t have to be an athlete to get expert care: if your “sport” is gardening or simply walking the neighborhood with your friends, we’re here for you.

Sports Medicine for Athletes

Should you need them, our sports medicine services include personalized plans to get you or your young athlete back to your favorite activities. This includes:

  • Pre-participation evaluation of orthopaedic and medical issues
  • Concussion protocols and management
  • Return-to-play guidelines

An Entire Team Behind You

Treating sports injuries often requires the coordination of multiple medical specialties. Our orthopaedic teams in central and northwest Arkansas are equipped with specialists with focused training, including:

  • Primary care sports medicine doctors
  • Orthopaedic surgeons
  • Sports-certified physical therapists
  • Certified athletic trainers and strength coaches
  • Experts in women’s health, sports nutrition and sports psychology

About UAMS Health Sports Medicine Physicians

Our team includes Dr. Jack Vander Schilden, the head team physician for all University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR) athletics, including the Trojans basketball team. Dr. Ramon Ylanan is the former head of primary care for the Arkansas Razorbacks. Our staff also includes doctors who have been recognized by their peers to be listed among the Best Doctors® in America.

What is Sports Medicine?

Sports medicine is a specialty of orthopaedic surgery, as well as a specialty within family medicine. For orthopaedic surgeons, it requires additional training to treat specialized orthopaedic injuries. For family medicine physicians, it requires additional training in non-surgical sports medicine care.

Sports Medicine at UAMS

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  • Conditions
  • Treatments & Procedures
  • Providers
  • Locations
  • Related Areas
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Related Conditions

UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.

  • ACL Tears
  • Ankle Injuries
  • Ankle Pain
  • Arthritis
  • Back Pain
  • Elbow Injuries
  • Foot Injuries
  • Foot Pain
  • Hand and Arm Fractures
  • Hip Pain
  • Muscle Pain
  • Musculoskeletal Injuries
  • Orthopaedic Injuries
  • Orthopaedic Trauma
  • Osteoarthritis (OA)
  • Pediatric Sports Injuries
  • Running injuries
  • Shoulder Injuries
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Sports Concussion
  • Sports Injuries
  • Tendon Injuries

Related Medical Treatments and Procedures

UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.

  • AC Joint Reconstruction
  • Meniscal Repair
  • Orthopaedic Therapy
  • Rotator Cuff Repair
  • Sports Therapy
  • Stem Cell Transplantation
  • Steroid Injections
  • Therapeutic Injections

Providers

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Larry Balle II, M.D.

Larry Balle II, M.D. Sports Medicine Physician (Family Medicine)

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Jeremy R. Braziel, AT

Jeremy R. Braziel, AT Athletic Trainer

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Tyler L. CarlLee, M.D.

Tyler L. CarlLee, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Michael D. Cassat, M.D.

Michael D. Cassat, M.D. Family Medicine Physician

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Wesley K. Cox, M.D.

Wesley K. Cox, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Michael P. Israel, M.D.

Michael P. Israel, M.D. Adolescent Medicine Physician (Pediatrics)

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Navin R. Kilambi, M.D.

Navin R. Kilambi, M.D. Sports Medicine Physician (Orthopaedic Surgery)

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Michael A. Miller, DC Chiropractor

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Kathryn L. Nance, M.D.

Kathryn L. Nance, M.D. Sports Medicine Physician (Family Medicine)

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Lawrence K. 'Larry' O'Malley, M.D.

Lawrence K. "Larry" O'Malley, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Charles E. 'Chuck' Pearce, M.D.

Charles E. "Chuck" Pearce, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Lauren K. Poindexter, M.D.

Lauren K. Poindexter, M.D. Sports Medicine Physician (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)

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Robert Bradley Reeves, M.D.

Robert Bradley Reeves, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Brant C. Sachleben, M.D.

Brant C. Sachleben, M.D. Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon

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John L. Vander Schilden, M.D.

John L. Vander Schilden, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Ramon C. Ylanan, M.D.

Ramon C. Ylanan, M.D. Sports Medicine Physician (Family Medicine)

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Locations

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ACH Northwest exterior

Arkansas Children’s Northwest

2601 Gene George Blvd.
Springdale, AR 72762

Appointment Phone Number
479-334-3485
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UAMS Orthopaedic Clinic, Colonel Glenn Road

Orthopaedic Clinic on Colonel Glenn

10815 Colonel Glenn Road
Suite 500
Little Rock, AR 72204

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-526-1046
New Patients
501-406-9201
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UAMS Orthopaedic Clinic on Shackleford

Orthopaedic Clinic on Shackleford

2 Shackleford West Blvd.
Little Rock, AR 72211

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-526-1046
New Patients
501-614-2663
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Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Clinic exterior

Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Clinic in Fayetteville

201 W. Van Asche Loop
Fayetteville, AR 72703

Appointment Phone Number
479-966-4491
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Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Clinic in Lowell

Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Clinic in Lowell

507 W. Monroe Ave.
Lowell, AR 72745

Appointment Phone Number
479-334-7030
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UAMS Orthopaedic Clinic, Colonel Glenn Road

Running Injury Clinic (Part of Orthopaedic Clinic on Colonel Glenn)

10815 Colonel Glenn Road
Suite 500
Little Rock, AR 72204

Appointment Phone Number
501-526-1046
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Exterior of Baptist-UAMS Ortho

UAMS Baptist Health Orthopaedic Clinic in Conway

625 United Drive
Suite 350
Conway, AR 72032

Appointment Phone Number
501-358-6792
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Related Areas of Expertise

  • Foot and Ankle Orthopaedics

  • Hand and Upper Extremity Orthopaedics

    At UAMS, our fellowship-trained hand and upper extremity surgeons care for acute injuries and chronic conditions of the hand, wrist, finger, and forearm.

  • Hip and Knee Orthopaedics

    UAMS Health Orthopaedics is renowned for its expertise in performing joint replacements and minimally invasive surgeries that involve the hip and knee.

  • Physical Therapy

    At UAMS Health, our physical therapists use the latest equipment, methods and exercises, providing one-of-a-kind treatment plans to adults of all ages.

  • Rehabilitation and Therapy Services

    UAMS Health provides the highest quality rehabilitation care by using state-of-the-art technology and evidence-based practices.

  • Shoulder and Elbow Orthopaedics

    At UAMS Health, our fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeons are leaders when it comes to the diagnosis and treatment of shoulder and elbow issues.

  • Spine Care

    UAMS Health offers a complete range of services for the treatment of spinal conditions, no matter the cause.

Make an Appointment

Request an appointment by contacting a clinic directly or by calling the UAMS Health appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

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