Sports Medicine and Performance Center Patient Stories
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Coming Back From Scoliosis: Annie’s Story
Teen’s pursuit of Paralympic gold spans the globe, from China to Idaho, and eventually to Philadelphia for corrective spine surgery to keep her track and field dreams alive.
Clavicle Fracture and Recovery: Jake’s Story
Successful surgery to repair a broken collarbone kept Jake’s hopes of becoming a professional race car driver alive.
Achilles Tendon Rupture and Repair: Zoe’s Story
After CHOP successfully treated Zoe’s ruptured Achilles tendon, the 17-year-old is headed to college on a full athletic scholarship.
Surgery for Osteochondritis Dissecans Knee Injury: Ian’s Story
Ian, 13, is back shooting hoops after successful osteochondritis dissecans knee surgery at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
ACL Surgery at the Middleman Family Pavilion: Liam’s Story
When 12-year-old Liam tore his ACL playing basketball, his family found the best-in-nation orthopaedic care he needed, conveniently close to home.
Coming Back After Concussion: Max’s Story
Teen makes full recovery after concussion, thanks to supportive care and innovative approach at CHOP.
Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction: Sam’s Story
After dislocating his knee twice, Sam needed specialized surgery to reconstruct his medial patellofemoral ligament and get him back on the baseball field.
Elite Athlete Injuries: Maia’s Story
Supported by CHOP over the years, Maia, 18, is hoping to join the U.S. Olympic fencing team to compete in the Summer Olympics.
ACL Reconstruction and Meniscus Repair: Dean’s Story
When Dean tore his ACL and meniscus in a soccer game, CHOP’s Sports Medicine team expertly repaired the damage so he could return to the sport he loves.
Physical Therapy with Dance Specialists Helps Keep Grace on Her Toes
Dance is Grace’s passion, but it makes intense demands on her body. Physical therapy at CHOP taught her healthy practices that preserve her pirouette.