Sports injuries and musculoskeletal conditions affect people of all ages, from student athletes to active adults and individuals recovering from everyday strain. At EMU Health, located in Queens in Glendale, sports medicine care is delivered within a multi-practice, Article 28 facility designed to support coordinated evaluation, treatment, and recovery. Serving patients from Glendale and Woodhaven, NY, EMU Health brings multiple specialties together to address sports-related injuries efficiently and safely.

What Sports Medicine Addresses

Sports medicine focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of injuries involving muscles, joints, tendons, ligaments, and the spine. Care may be needed after an acute injury, such as a sprain or fracture, or for chronic conditions caused by overuse, poor biomechanics, or repetitive stress. The goal is not only pain relief, but restoring strength, mobility, and function while reducing the risk of re-injury.

Orthopedic Evaluation and Injury Care

Orthopedic care plays a central role in sports medicine. At EMU Health, orthopedic services are provided by Dr. Hal Feldman, an orthopedic surgeon who evaluates joint injuries, fractures, ligament damage, and structural concerns affecting movement. Orthopedic assessment helps determine whether an injury can be managed conservatively or requires further intervention, ensuring treatment decisions are based on accurate diagnosis and long-term function.

Pain Management for Sports Injuries

Pain management is often essential for patients dealing with sports-related injuries or persistent musculoskeletal pain. Interventional pain medicine and rehabilitation services at EMU Health are provided by Dr. Laurentiu Dinescu and Dr. Panagiotis Zenetos. These specialists focus on reducing pain, improving mobility, and supporting recovery through targeted treatment strategies when pain interferes with healing or performance.

Physical Therapy and Functional Recovery

Rehabilitation is a key component of sports medicine care. Physical therapy services at EMU Health are provided by James Nussbaum, PT, PhD, SCS, EMT. Therapy focuses on restoring movement, improving strength and flexibility, correcting movement patterns, and helping patients return to activity safely. Physical therapy supports recovery after injury and plays an important role in injury prevention for active individuals.

Coordinated Sports Medicine in a Multi-Practice Facility

As an Article 28 facility, EMU Health offers integrated care across specialties. This collaborative model allows orthopedic, pain management, physical therapy, and primary care services to work together when injuries overlap or require coordinated treatment. Communication between providers helps streamline care and supports better outcomes for patients with complex or ongoing sports-related concerns.

Sports Medicine Care in Queens in Glendale

EMU Health is committed to providing comprehensive sports medicine care in Queens in Glendale. Serving patients from Glendale and Woodhaven, NY, the practice offers access to the specialists needed to diagnose injuries accurately, manage pain appropriately, and guide safe recovery.

To schedule an appointment for sports medicine care at EMU Health, located in Queens in Glendale, call (718) 850-4368.