Sports Medicine
At Leaside Sports Medicine, our in-clinic sports medicine physician works with you to identify the root cause of your pain. From there, we’ll create a comprehensive treatment plan to help you make a full recovery, achieve your goals, and get back to the activities you love.
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What is Sports Medicine?
Sports medicine focuses on preventing, diagnosing, treating, and rehabilitating sport-related injuries. Our sports medicine physician is committed to helping athletes and active individuals perform at their very best.
Our expert team includes an in-clinic sports physician, chiropractors, physiotherapists, and registered massage therapists. We collaborate with one another to provide you with the care you deserve.
How We Can Help
Our sports medicine physician can help with joint, bone, and other soft tissue problems, including:
Strains and sprains
Tendonitis
Bursitis
Osteoarthritis
Joint pain
Concussions
Overuse injuries
Sports Medicine Applications
Injury Prevention
Don’t wait until pain strikes to seek the care of a sport medicine physician, chiropractor, or physiotherapist.
Through injury prevention programs tailored to you and your needs, we can prevent injuries and reoccurence of any previous pain.
Rehabilitation & Recovery
Most athletes would agree that sitting on the sidelines is never ideal. It can stall progress and delay your goals.
Our sports medicine team can help you safely and efficiently recover post-injury by getting to the root cause of your problem.
Improved Performance
We can also help improve performance whether it is jumping higher, running faster or improving coordination or balance.
Book your appointment today to reach your full potential.
Our Sports Medicine Process
Initial Assessment
During your first visit, our sports medicine doctor will review and evaluate your medical history, current condition, and activity level.
This may include a comprehensive physical examination to identify the root cause of your injury or condition.
Customized Treatment Plan
Following your initial assessment, we create a personalized treatment plan to diagnose and manage your condition.
This might involve recommending further tests, referring you to a medical or surgical specialist, or connecting you with one of our clinic’s specialists for physiotherapy, massage therapy, or chiropractic care. In some cases, it may also include prescribing medication or suggesting injection therapy.
Ongoing Support
Our team is committed to supporting you and your objectives every step of the way.
We adapt your treatment plan as necessary and closely monitor progress to ensure long-lasting outcomes and a safe return to your sport or activity.
Dr. Darren Edelist
Dr. Darren Edelist is a Sports Medicine Physician and Director of Medical Services at Leaside Sports Medicine.
With over 20 years of clinical experience, he specializes in working with athletes across all age groups and disciplines. Dr. Edelist has worked with Ryerson University Sports, the Council of Amateur Sport Kickboxing, Judo Ontario, the Mississauga Ice Dogs, Canada’s National Ballet School, and the Toronto and Mississauga Marathons. He takes the time to understand your problems and main complaints, paving the way toward a full recovery.
Due to his extensive background, Dr. Edelist frequently has a two-month wait list. We encourage you to book your appointment with Leaside Sports Medicine as soon as possible.
