Sport Ortho Urgent Care

Are dedicated staff & support team are deeply grateful for your trust in Sport Ortho for your orthopedic care. Being part of your health journey is an honor, and we wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving filled with joy, gratitude, and cherished moments with loved ones.

Happy Labor Day, everyone! It's a time to take a break and relax. Please note that our clinics will be closed on Monday, September 4th, and will reopen on Tuesday, September 5th. Enjoy your day off, and have a fantastic Labor Day from the Sport Ortho team!

In celebration of 4th of July, all locations will be closed today. We will reopen for business tomorrow, Wednesday, July 5th. We're wishing everyone a happy and safe Independence Day! 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸

All locations will be closed today, Monday May 29th.

Have a reflective and meaningful Memorial Day.
- The Sport Ortho Team

Happy Mother's Day to all the amazing moms and mother figures in our communities!

Today, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt appreciation for the love, care, and dedication you give to your families every day. As a practice that treats children often, we see the grace and care that mother's provide every day. It can beautiful journey that comes with its own unique set of challenges, joys, and sacrifices.

We know that you work tirelessly to ensure your children feel safe, loved, and supported, and for that, we admire you.

Happy Mother's Day!

Happy Good Friday to all who celebrate!

- The Sport Ortho Team

For someone who may be seeking treatment for a musculoskeletal condition, it's important to understand the difference between orthopedic providers and physical therapists. While both healthcare professionals specialize in the treatment of conditions related to bones, joints, and muscles, their roles and areas of expertise differ in significant ways. That means the best options for treatment depend on your personal needs.

*The information provided in this post is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

I don't know about you, but we were feeling pretty lucky this past St. Patrick's Day 😊

Going to the gym, whether you're running, lifting, or some combination of the two, is daunting, but it is an excellent way to maintain your physical health. Unfortunately, injuries are far too common for new gym-aspirational athletes. Those injuries can range from minor strains and to more serious, long-term injuries. To help you stay safe and injury-free in the gym, here are 5 ways to prevent injuries in the gym:

Our providers are dedicated to providing exceptional care to every patient who walks through our doors. Whether your injury is because of sports, work, or just plain everyday life, we're here to help you get back on your feet. We do our individual and collective best to ensure that everyone in our community, each patient we serve, receives the personalized care they need.

It'll be hard to beat last night's all providers meeting! We had the opportunity to celebrate our new and long-time providers while discussing our mission to do our individual and collective best to serve our patients through conservative MSK healthcare. A big thank you to Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe for hosting our team.

Additionally, we had the bittersweet opportunity to support one of our longest serving providers, Mr. Joseph Lindahl PA-C, as he begins his transition into a very joyful retirement, while still serving as a mentor for Sport Orth. Mr. Lindahl has been one of our longest-serving providers and has made countless contributions to our team during his 46 years in orthopedic care. We look forward to seeing where he goes next!

What are your health goals for 2023? Let us know in the comments below!

Orthopaedic History Maker:

Dr. Claudia L. Thomas was the first Black female to become a licensed orthopaedic surgeon in 1982 following a residency with the Yale Orthopaedic Program. Aside from her accomplishments as a surgeon, Dr. Thomas is the author of God Spare Life, an autobiography, a cancer survivor, a mentor to young surgeons, and the founder of Black Woman Orthopadic Surgeons - an organization dedicated to empowering Black women orthopaedic surgeons through mentoring and activism.

You can find more of Dr. Thomas' work at bwos.org or on Facebook Black Women Orthopaedic Surgeons.

*Dr. Thomas and BWOS is not affiliated with Sport Ortho Urgent Care. We only hope to recognize and celebrate her work as a highly influential orthopaedic surgeon.

*Photo from and credits to bwos.org.

We had a very special visit today in our North Murfreesboro clinic.

Our friend here was outside playing just a little bit too hard today, but we’re happy he could come visit us and get right back on his feet! 😊

Our very own Dr. Kaelin had the opportunity to speak at the Sumner County Schools Nursing Inservice Day. We had a wonderful time discussing the importance of musculoskeletal care with the RN's that are often the first line of their student's care.

Once a year, every third Monday in January, we get to celebrate one of the most influential in American history, Martin Luther King Jr. The first official nationwide celebration of MLK took place in 1986, despite opposition from legislators for nearly 20 years following the death of Dr. King. Have a Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Our Shelbyville & Hendersonville Orthopedics clinics will be closed today, Thursday, December 29th.

For all Shelbyville patients seeking appointments, Our Manchester clinic (1405 Hillsboro Blvd.) will be open. Please call 931-954-1020 for more information or to book an appointment.

Introducing the next provider in our series, Joseph Lindahl PA-C!

A truly experienced physician's assistant, Joe has been a PA for more 45 years. He has worked in orthopedics specifically for 40 of those years.

He is is a graduate of the United States Army PA program and nationally certified in orthopedics through their 2-year residency specialty program in orthopedics. Additionally, he is the founding member of Physicians Assistants in Orthopedic Surgery and has a Masters's degree in sports medicine from Chapman College.

Joseph is one of our longest practicing and most respected providers in the Mount Juliet community, and he provides exceptional patient care every single day.

We're wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays 🎄

Ryan Griesenauer, DPT!

Ryan is a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy who graduated from Northwestern University in 2017 and serves as our lead physical therapist in Hendersonville, Tennessee.

He has been practicing in Orthopedics and Sports Medicine for the past five years, and in those short five years, Ryan has worked with surgical patients after total joint replacements, athletes recovering from injuries, and many common orthopedic conditions. Ryan enjoys playing golf, traditional or disc, exploring everything new in Nashville, and hosting friends and family whenever he has the chance.

INCLEMENT WEATHER UPDATE:

All Sport Ortho clinics, with the exception of Lawrenceburg physical therapy, will be closed today, Friday, December 23rd due to inclement weather. Patients with previously scheduled appointments will be contacted to reschedule accordingly. Patients that need to schedule an appointment can do so online at www.sportorthourgentcare.com/booking

Stay safe and warm out there today! ❄️

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Presenting the next provider in our introduction series:

Roger Blandford, PA-C!

Roger is a board-certified physician assistant who has spent his career specializing in orthopedic medicine and our lead APP in White House, Tennessee. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training from the University of Florida and a Master of Education in Exercise Science from the University of Georgia.

After spending more than a decade as a collegiate athletic trainer for a wide variety of sports, Roger returned to the classroom and earned a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from James Madison University. He enjoys treating all orthopedic conditions and injuries but has some extra personal passion for sports medicine. Roger enjoys football, outdoor activities, deejaying, (seriously!) and spending time with his family.

Presenting the next provider in our introduction series:

Bill Elkins, PA-C!

Bill is a board-Certified Physician Assistant currently serving Clarksville, Tennessee. Before attending his PA studies, he practiced as a registered nurse since 1992.

In 2004, Bill attended his master's program and graduated. He has specialized in orthopedics since, including his current work at Sport Ortho. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with family, gardening, hunting, and fishing around Tennessee.

Are you the family present passer? Don't let sciatica stop you from enjoying your holiday season. Download our Orthopedic Guide to Sciatica or schedule an appointment today.

Visit https://www.sportorthourgentcare.com/resource to find the guide.