Repair options for select tears
Real-time diagnosis & injections
Biologics for selected patients
Minimally invasive procedures
Comprehensive Sports Care
From diagnosis to return-to-play
Three pillars, one plan: non-operative sports medicine, sports surgery when it's needed, and physical therapy — all under one roof.
Pillar 1 · Non-Operative
Non-operative sports medicine
Ronnie Otieno, DO — sports medicine physician
Most sports injuries never need surgery. Care starts with an accurate diagnosis and a plan built around your sport.
- Evaluation & diagnosis — real-time ultrasound of tendons, ligaments, and muscles, including dynamic movement assessment.
- Ultrasound-guided procedures — PRP, corticosteroid, and joint or soft-tissue injections delivered precisely where treatment is needed.
- Concussion care & sports physicals — clinical assessment, monitoring, and return-to-play guidance, plus pre-participation physicals for student-athletes.
- Activity & return-to-play planning — load management and a stepwise path back to your sport.
- Regenerative options — PRP and BMAC biologics, used selectively to reduce inflammation and support healing based on the patient and injury.
Pillar 2 · Surgical
Operative sports surgery
Paul N. Morton, MD — orthopedic surgeon
When surgery is the right call, minimally invasive arthroscopy is designed to preserve your joint and get you back to sport.
- Knee arthroscopy — ACL reconstruction & repair, individualized to your tear pattern and sport. Learn more →
- Meniscus repair — including root repair — to preserve the meniscus when the tear pattern allows.
- Cartilage restoration — microfracture, OATS, and cell-based repair (MACI) to preserve the joint and keep active patients moving.
Pillar 3 · Rehabilitation
Physical therapy
PB&J Physical Therapy — in-house
Rehab isn’t an afterthought — it’s built into the plan, with our therapists in the same practice as your physicians.
- Prehab — strengthening before surgery, which can set up a smoother recovery.
- Post-op rehab — structured, protocol-driven recovery coordinated directly with your surgeon.
- Criteria-based return to sport — progress measured against strength and movement milestones, not just the calendar.
Also treated, athlete to athlete
ACL Reconstruction & Repair
Modern ACL care — including repair, not just reconstruction
A torn ACL doesn't always mean the same operation for everyone. Dr. Morton offers ACL reconstruction using modern graft techniques — including quadriceps-tendon autograft and a minimally invasive all-inside approach — as well as BEAR® ACL repair, an FDA-cleared option that supports your body healing its own ACL in carefully selected patients. Surgical planning is individualized to your tear pattern, sport, and goals.
BEAR® is a registered trademark of its manufacturer. Candidacy depends on tear type and timing; not everyone is a candidate.
2-Minute Check
Am I a candidate for sports medicine care?
Answer a few quick questions. This is educational and is not a diagnosis — only an evaluation can tell for sure.
Do you have a sports or overuse injury that's limiting your activity?
Is pain, swelling, or instability affecting your performance or daily life?
Do you want a clear plan to return to sport safely?
You may be a strong candidate.
Your answers suggest sports medicine care could be a good fit. The next step is a simple evaluation, where we'll confirm with an exam and imaging and review every option with you — surgical and non-surgical.
This tool is educational and not a diagnosis. Not everyone is a candidate; only a clinical evaluation can determine what's right for you.
You might be a candidate — let's talk.
Some of your answers point toward sports medicine care, but the right path depends on the details. A short evaluation will give you a clear, honest answer and a plan.
This tool is educational and not a diagnosis. Not everyone is a candidate; only a clinical evaluation can determine what's right for you.
Let's take a closer look.
Your answers don't point clearly to sports medicine care yet — but that doesn't mean we can't help. We'll evaluate what's going on and point you to the care that fits, often starting with non-surgical options.
This tool is educational and not a diagnosis. Not everyone is a candidate; only a clinical evaluation can determine what's right for you.
Answer all 3 questions to see your result.
Research & Evidence
The evidence behind modern knee & sports care
BEAR® ACL repair
An FDA-cleared implant that supports your body healing its own ACL in select patients — an alternative to graft reconstruction, with promising early results — and, by restoring your own ACL, it may help lower the long-term risk of osteoarthritis. Candidacy depends on tear pattern and timing.
Meniscus preservation
Repair is favored over removal when the tear allows, and root repair restores the meniscus's load-sharing role. Untreated root tears can accelerate cartilage loss.
Ultrasound-guided
Real-time ultrasound improves the accuracy of soft-tissue diagnosis and injection placement versus landmark-based technique.
Educational summaries simplified from the orthopedic literature; not a promise of results. Not everyone is a candidate; individual results vary. Key references: Murray MM, et al. Am J Sports Med. 2020;48(6):1305–1315 (BEAR® II randomized trial — repair non-inferior to reconstruction at 2 years); Allaire R, et al. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2008;90(9):1922–1931 (an untreated meniscus root tear is biomechanically similar to total meniscectomy).
Patient Reviews
What patients say
“Dr. Ronnie Otieno did a very personalized consultation for my chronic knee pain, recommending PRP to aid my recovery since I need to remain active. He is detailed, gentle, kind, patient, and precise — and uses an ultrasound machine to target the exact area for treatment.”
— Kalea· Google review
“I was living in pain for a year with a meniscus tear that another doctor wouldn’t fix for me. Dr. Morton is an awesome surgeon, and Carol saved me from waiting another month by getting all my appointments scheduled.”
— Kim H.· Google review
Review excerpts reflect individual patient experiences and may be lightly condensed. Results vary.
Questions, Answered
Sports medicine FAQ
Do I need surgery to be seen for a sports injury?+
No. Most sports injuries are treated without surgery. Dr. Ronnie Otieno, DO, our non-operative sports medicine physician, handles evaluation, ultrasound-guided procedures, concussion care, and return-to-play planning — and if surgery does become the right option, the hand-off to Dr. Morton happens within the same practice.
What is BEAR ACL repair?+
BEAR (Bridge-Enhanced ACL Restoration) is an FDA-cleared implant that supports the body's ability to heal its own torn ACL, rather than replacing it with a graft. It is an option for select patients with the right tear pattern and timing; candidacy is determined by examination and imaging. For a full look at ACL repair and reconstruction options, see our dedicated ACL reconstruction page.
Do you use ultrasound for diagnosis and injections?+
Yes. We use real-time diagnostic ultrasound to evaluate tendons, ligaments, and muscles, and ultrasound guidance to deliver injections precisely where treatment is needed — improving accuracy over landmark-based techniques.
Do you offer same-day and walk-in sports injury care?+
Yes. Acute injuries can often be seen same-day through our Wiki Wiki Orthopedic urgent care, with on-site imaging and bracing available.
Do PRP injections cure my injury?+
No. PRP may reduce inflammation and support healing in selected patients, but the evidence is still evolving and it is not a guaranteed cure. We recommend it only when it is likely to help.
Injured, or ready to level up?
Schedule a consult, or walk in today for same-day evaluation of an acute injury.
For medical emergencies, call 911. This page is educational and is not a substitute for medical advice. Individual results vary.