Business Details
Your Trusted Sports Medicine Partner in Laurel
At South Central Sports Medicine, we provide comprehensive sports medicine services and wellness programs designed to meet the needs of athletes and families throughout every stage of life. Our team of highly skilled healthcare professionals utilizes cutting-edge technologies and modern treatment options to deliver personalized care focused on optimizing physical health and athletic performance. With specialized accreditations and a commitment to community health, we offer tailored solutions including injury prevention, rehabilitation, and athletic enhancement programs like Sports Performance+.Our state-of-the-art facility supports athletes of all ages and skill levels, from youth sports participants to professional athletes, while emphasizing education and preventive care to promote long-term wellness. Through partnerships with local schools and community organizations, we extend our expertise beyond clinical treatment to include free educational programs and injury clinics that address common sports-related conditions like ACL injuries, concussions, and shoulder pain.
Services
Sports Performance Training
Physical Therapy
Injury Prevention Programs
Wellness Programs
Patient Education
Highlights and features
- We offer comprehensive sports medicine services from injury prevention to rehabilitation.
- Our team includes fellowship-trained sports medicine specialists and certified athletic trainers.
- We utilize cutting-edge technologies for diagnosis and treatment of sports-related injuries.
- Our Sports Performance+ program caters to athletes of all ages and skill levels.
- We provide free community education programs on sports injury prevention and wellness.
Services
Sports Performance Training
Our Sports Performance+ program delivers tailored training for athletes aged 13 and up across all sports disciplines. Certified trainers focus on strength development, agility improvement, and injury prevention techniques. The program combines modern exercise physiology principles with sport-specific drills to maximize athletic potential while reducing injury risks.
Physical Therapy
We provide comprehensive physical therapy for sports-related injuries using evidence-based techniques like dry needling and proprioception training. Our therapists address conditions ranging from shoulder pain to ACL injuries, focusing on restoring function and mobility. Treatment plans incorporate both traditional methods and innovative approaches to accelerate recovery.
Injury Prevention Programs
Our ACL tear prevention and concussion management programs use advanced biomechanical analysis to identify risk factors. Through motion analysis and targeted training, we help athletes improve movement patterns and reduce injury likelihood. These programs benefit youth athletes participating in high-risk sports like soccer and basketball.
Wellness Programs
The 6,200-square-foot wellness center offers fitness programs for general population and athletes. Services include Body Pump classes, personalized fitness plans, and preventive care initiatives. Our exercise physiologists design programs to improve overall health while addressing specific athletic performance goals.
Patient Education
We provide extensive educational materials on common sports injuries and conditions through our website and community programs. Topics cover ACL injury rates, concussion management, and shoulder pain treatment options. Our free educational initiatives aim to empower patients with knowledge for better health outcomes.
People
Dr. Derrick Burgess
Sports Medicine Specialist
South Central's first fellowship-trained sports medicine orthopedic surgeon leads our program. With expertise in athletic injury treatment and prevention, he oversees comprehensive care for both professional and amateur athletes.
Chuck Everwine
Program Coordinator
Coordinator of Sports Performance+ manages adult athletic training programs focusing on strength development and injury prevention. He designs age-appropriate training regimens that adapt professional athlete techniques for general population use.
Kyle Crager
Physical Therapist
Specializes in restoring physical function through comprehensive therapy programs. Treats patients with injuries from sports, disease, or other causes using evidence-based rehabilitation techniques in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Questions
What sports medicine services do you offer?
We provide injury treatment, physical therapy, sports performance training, wellness programs, and patient education resources for athletes of all ages.
How can I access Sports Performance+ programs?
Call 601-399-6246 or visit our website to learn about membership options and class schedules for our athletic enhancement programs.
Do you treat non-athletes?
Yes, our services benefit anyone seeking improved physical health, including wellness programs, injury rehabilitation, and preventive care for general population.
Are your providers specially trained?
Our team includes fellowship-trained specialists, certified athletic trainers, and experienced physical therapists with expertise in sports medicine and injury prevention.
Do you offer community education programs?
Yes, we provide free educational initiatives on topics like ACL injury prevention, concussion management, and general sports safety practices.
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