Pediatric Sports Medicine at Children’s Hospital Colorado

About care for young athletes at the Sports Medicine Center

Here, we want to help young athletes bring the grit to any sport. Whether young athletes are healing from an injury, pursuing health goals or improving performance, our experts know what it takes to be the best.

At the Sports Medicine Center, our pediatric sports medicine doctors, athletic trainers, physician assistants, physical therapists, dietitians and other specialists lead the region in state-of-the-art treatment for young athletes.

Why choose us for pediatric sports medicine care

Young athletes are different, and they deserve different care. We know an injury can impact growth, which in turn, can affect rehabilitation and performance. We carefully evaluate these factors and incorporate sports nutrition and psychology to provide an individualized care plan that is both age-appropriate and meets each athlete where they are. We do everything to ensure athletes make a strong return to their sport.

Pediatric expertise

To get athletes back to what they love, our center offers pediatric-specific sports resources, including X-ray equipment, MRI machines, sport and athlete specific clinics and sports therapy gyms. These resources, along with our same-day or next-day appointments, are a rare combination in our region. It’s what makes us a renowned destination for sports medicine care.

Evidence-based care

Everything we do starts with science. To provide innovative treatment options and the most up-to-date guidance, our sports medicine team conducts research across many areas of expertise. This helps us bring the most advanced care to you, sooner. Our Center for Gait and Movement Analysis is where we study athletes equipped with 3D motion capture that analyzes movement. This helps athletes optimize performance or even determine if they’re ready to return to their sport after an injury — like an ACL tear.

Community involvement

While our athletes are at the center of our care, we’re also passionate about educating the community. We host parent workshops and coaches’ trainings that provide valuable sports and safety information. Our athletic trainers staff regional high schools and youth sports organizations to provide onsite support and care.

Discover more about our community partnerships.

Who we treat at the Sports Medicine Center

All athletes are welcome, from any skill level and from every sport.

Contact the Sports Medicine Center

For appointments at any of our locations in the Denver Metro area, call 720-777-3899. 

For appointments at Outpatient Care at Briargate, Colorado Springs, call 719-305-9060. 

If needed, we can consult with parents and referring providers before a visit. While most insurance companies cover specialty care visits for concussions, some may require a referral from a primary care provider before you set up a sports medicine appointment.