A Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist Practicing Near Ballston, VA

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Nirschl Orthopaedic Center (NOC) was founded in 1974 with a mission to provide highly specialized orthopedic care. Over the years, we have earned a reputation as one of the top orthopedic and sports medicine practices near Ballston, Virginia, and the entire Washington, DC metropolitan area.

At NOC, one of our specialties is pediatric sports medicine, which is focused on the care of children, adolescents and young adults with sports-related injuries. Dr. Farshad Adib, MD, our pediatric sports medicine specialist, treats athletes ages 8 to 19. Dr. Adib is board certified in both Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine.

Our Pediatric Sports Medicine Program

With extensive expertise in pediatric sports medicine, Dr. Adib has an in-depth understanding of the distinctive needs of young athletes, whose bodies are still growing and developing. He takes great pride in offering personalized care to every patient she treats. Her specialties include:

  • Sports-related injuries – Evaluating, treating and managing sprains, strains, tendinitis, fractures, dislocations, growth plate damage and other musculoskeletal conditions
  • Sport-specific rehabilitation – Helping young athletes return to play safely and fully prepared with the knowledge and skill to avoid re-injury
  • Orthopedic sports medicine – Offering the latest techniques in arthroscopic surgery and other minimally invasive procedures to enhance injury recovery in young athletes

Whether your child is an elite athlete who competes on a national level or simply loves to kick a soccer ball around a local park, Dr. Adib’ holistic approach to pediatric sports medicine can help them achieve their health and fitness goals.

Contact Nirschl Orthopaedic Center today to request an appointment for your child with Dr. Adib at our state-of-the-art sports medicine center near Ballston, VA.