The LuskinOIC Center for Sports Medicine treats children and teen athletes with all types of pediatric sports injuries and conditions, from meniscus and ligament tears to tendonitis and dislocation, and more. Our goal is to ensure your child’s recovery sets up long-term success and positions them to achieve their maximum potential.
Monday - Friday: 8am - 4pm
Closed: Saturday and Sunday
Chances are your child’s treatment won’t end when they leave LuskinOIC Urgent Care. Most likely there will be follow-up appointments with specialists to evaluate their progress. Your child may also receive physical rehabilitation at our center and be prescribed a therapy plan to follow at home. You can count on us to be there every step of the way to provide guidance, help keep them motivated, and answer any questions you have.
What Can You and Your Child Expect from During Rehabilitation?
Pain and injury are stressful for kids of all ages. But committing to treatment now, including physical therapy, can prevent prolonging symptoms and disability. It will also help your child heal at an optimum rate, recoup range of motion, regain coordination and rebuild weakened muscles.
If your child is having a hard time managing their pain, ask your child’s doctor about medications, stress reduction techniques and other forms of pain control that might be right for your child.
As the parent, you know your child best. Tell us if you think any treatment or therapy is getting too intense for your child. We’ll explain our reasons and goals in detail and give you strategies to help motivate your child to complete at-home exercises. And if you have any questions along the way, just ask us.
When Can My Child Play Sports Again?
Recovering from a sports injury should not be rushed, which can be challenging when your child is eager to return to sport. Before your child gets back in the game, LuskinOIC’s surgeons and physical therapists want to make sure he or she has gone through proper training. The clinical team will have specific return to play criteria, including a series of physical examinations and tests that determine if muscle strength has been restored in the injured area and that surgery (if applicable) has fully healed. Our expert staff look at proper form, strength, agility, and symmetry of the legs in order to make the decision on whether or not it is safe to return.
When your child is recovering from a sports injury, our goals for your child’s treatment generally fall into three categories:
How quickly your child heals will depend on:
Sports injuries can happen in an instant, but the repercussions of not having it treated properly can last a lifetime. Finding the right orthopedic specialist quickly can make the difference between a smooth return to normal activity or a delayed recovery. LuskinOIC’s Center for Sports Medicine provides state-of-the-art treatment for all types of sports injuries, such as these common ones:
Achilles Tendon Injury
The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the body, connecting the calf muscles to the heel bone. Common injuries to the Achilles tendon include overuse injuries, typically referred to as tendonitis. Learn More
ACL Tear
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the four major ligaments in the knee and provides stability. A common ACL injury is a tear. Learn More
Ankle Sprain
An ankle sprain happens when an ankle ligament—which is the fibrous tissue that connects one bone to another—gets stretched or torn. Learn More
Dynamic Injury Prevention Program
This DIP Program consists of a warm-up, stretching, strengthening, plyometrics, and sport specific agilities to address potential deficits in the strength and coordination of the stabilizing muscles around the knee joint. Learn More or Watch Our Video
Fracture
A fracture is a broken bone. Some fractures are caused by trauma, while others are caused by overuse. Learn More
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
The iliotibial band (IT band) is a tendon that runs down the length of the outer thigh, from the top of the pelvis to the shin bone. Iliotibial (IT) band syndrome is an overuse injury of this tendon. Learn More
Meniscal Tear
A meniscus tear occurs in the rubbery knee cartilage that cushions the shinbone from the thigh bone. The meniscus can tear with forceful twisting or rotation of the knee and is a very common sports injury. Learn More
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) is a joint condition that develops when a small portion of bone cracks, loosens and separates from the tissues that surround it, due to a lack of blood. Learn More
Patella Subluxation or Dislocation
The patella is the kneecap. When the kneecap slides out of position, it is called patella subluxation or dislocation. Learn More
Patellar Tendonitis
The patella is the kneecap. The patellar tendon is located at the front of the thigh and extends your knee allowing your child to run or jump. When this tendon becomes inflamed, it is called patellar tendonitis. You might also hear it referred to as “jumper’s knee.” Learn More
Patellofemoral Syndrome
Patella is a word for kneecap. The patellofemoral joint is where the patella and thigh bone meet at the front of the knee. When this joint is inflamed it is called patellofemoral syndrome. It is also known as runner’s knee. Learn More
Plantar Fasciitis
The plantar fascia is a long, thin ligament that lies directly beneath the skin on the bottom of the foot.It connects the heel to the toes, and supports the arch of the foot. Plantar fasciitis is when this ligament becomes irritated and inflamed. Learn More
Sever’s Disease
Sever’s disease is a type of bone injury in the foot. It happens as the foot grows and causes swelling in the heel. Learn More
Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis
Spondylolysis is when there is a stress fracture of one or more spinal vertebrae. Spondylolisthesis is when a spinal vertebrae slips, usually near the bottom of the spine. Sometimes, spondylolysis happens first, then sometimes spondylolisthesis may happen later. Learn More
At LuskinOIC’s Orthopaedic Hemophilia Treatment Center (OHTC), we set the standard in treating hemophilia joint and limb issues. In 1970, OHTC was designated by the World Federation of Hemophilia as one of the first four International Hemophilia Training Centers.
We’ve consistently been pioneers for our patients: we were the first comprehensive care center on the West Coast, we performed the first successful hip replacement surgery in a patient with hemophilia, and through clinical trials we have been providing the newest treatments available.
In addition to treatment, we conduct groundbreaking research, provide innovative and personalized physical therapy, and offer genetic counseling for patients and their families.
We specialize in helping young athletes get back in the game by tailoring our treatments to each child’s unique needs. Our approach goes beyond treating tendonitis or meniscus tears and providing physical therapy. At LuskinOIC, we provide accessible expertise, often free of charge, making us the top choice for an athlete to get back in the game.
We address all aspects of our patients’ journey to recovery, including:
You can count on us to be there every step of the way to provide guidance, help keep your child motivated, and answer any questions you have.
At LuskinOIC’s Center for Sports Medicine, we have a long track record of helping young athletes get back in the game—whether it’s a team sport, or an individual passion like skateboarding. When you refer your patients to us, you can be sure they’ll receive the highest quality care from renowned experts in sports medicine.We make it easy for your patients to get the specialized care they need onsite from a singular destination. Your patients and their families can expect to access everything they need to make a full recovery at our Center for Sports Medicine.
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The Orthopaedic Research Center (ORC), located on the UCLA Westwood campus, was constructed in 2007. The five-story, 95,000-square-foot facility is another result of the cooperative effort with UCLA.
Kimberly Navarro Recognized Alongside 100 Volunteers for Reaching a “Milestone” Amount of Hours
The Orthopaedic Research Center (ORC), located on the UCLA Westwood campus, was constructed in 2007. The five-story, 95,000-square-foot facility is another result of the cooperative effort with UCLA.
Kimberly Navarro Recognized Alongside 100 Volunteers for Reaching a “Milestone” Amount of Hours
