Sports Medicine and Performance Center Patient Stories
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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.
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury: Lydia’s Story
After tearing both ACLs playing soccer, 14-year-old Lydia took her doctor’s advice and switched sports. Today, the former soccer defender is a competitive rower.
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury: Aliyah's Story
Aliyah, a champion gymnast, suffered an ACL injury during practice. Just over a year after surgery at CHOP, she competed at the Junior Olympic Level 9 Regionals in Virginia.