Pediatric and Adolescent Sports Injury Clinic
The Pediatric and Adolescent Sports Injury Clinic at ALYN Hospital has opened its doors, bringing exciting news to young athletes and their families! The clinic is dedicated to the diagnosis, consultation, and treatment of sports related injuries in children and adolescents aged five to twenty one. It provides comprehensive medical care for both competitive and recreational athletes across a wide range of sports, with full consideration of the unique needs of the growing body.
Pediatric Sports Medicine Led by Dr. Adi Friedman
The clinic is headed by Dr. Adi Friedman, who also serves as Director of the Unit for Arthroscopic Surgery and Sports Injuries at Hadassah Mount Scopus. Dr. Friedman brings extensive clinical experience in the following areas:
- Knee injuries and rehabilitation, including advanced diagnosis and rehabilitation of athletes and physically active patients
• Advanced orthopedic surgery, including cutting edge cartilage treatments, cartilage transplantation, and innovations in sports orthopedics
Dr. Friedman has received professional recognition for his contributions to the field, including the Hadassah “Medicine with a Soul” Award, honoring physicians for exceptional dedication to the quality of medical care.
Medical Evaluation and Treatment
The intake process begins with a comprehensive pediatric sports medicine evaluation conducted by Dr. Adi Friedman a specialist orthopedic surgeon. The goal of this assessment is to accurately identify the source of pain or functional limitation, with careful attention to the unique skeletal structure of children and adolescents. Based on the findings, an individualized orthopedic treatment plan is developed. This may include conservative rehabilitation, guidance on load management and injury prevention, or referral for surgical intervention in complex cases.
Rehabilitation of Sports Injuries in Children and Adolescents
Children are not simply smaller adults. Their musculoskeletal system is still developing and includes growth plates that are particularly sensitive to mechanical stress. For this reason, rehabilitation following a sports injury in a child requires a different clinical approach. We design personalized post injury rehabilitation programs that take into account the patient’s age and specific sport, with the goal of ensuring a safe, gradual, and complete return to activity, while minimizing the risk of recurrent injury.
Conditions We Treat
The clinic provides care for a wide range of common sports related conditions, including:
- Overuse injuries resulting from repetitive or excessive physical load
• Growth related pain and knee conditions, including Osgood Schlatter disease, Sever’s disease and anterior knee pain
• Traumatic injuries, including fractures, sprains, dislocations and tendon or ligament injuries
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the clinic for?
The clinic is intended for children and adolescents aged five to twenty one who participate in physical activity and are recovering from an injury. We treat both competitive athletes and recreational sports participants.
Do you treat athletes from across Israel?
Yes. While the clinic is located in Jerusalem, we provide care to athletes from all regions of Israel, including the development of home based rehabilitation programs with periodic follow up.
Is it possible to undergo a sports physician evaluation and receive participation clearance at the clinic?
Yes. The clinic offers comprehensive pediatric and adolescent sports physician evaluations, including a full orthopedic assessment and issuance of medical clearances, as needed.
Is a referral required?
No. An initial consultation with Dr. Friedman does not require a referral from a health fund. The visit includes a sports medicine evaluation, diagnosis, and full medical consultation.
What is the cost of the visit?
Visits are available with health fund authorization or via private payment of two hundred shekels.
Appointments and Further Information
- Telephone: 02 6494 327. Messages may be left. A response is provided within twenty four hours
• Email for inquiries and additional information: shmada@alyn.org
• Address: ALYN Hospital, 84 Shmaryahu Levin Street, Jerusalem