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
Pacific Bone & Joint clinical team
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.
- 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
4.9 average across 509 ratings on 8 review sites
“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
“My forearm bone repair was done well and provided full healing. I’m a pilot and amateur athlete, and I do not take my body’s health for granted. Dr. Morton is professional, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic.”
— Paul C.· Google review
Review excerpts reflect individual patient experiences and may be lightly condensed. Results vary.
Rehabilitation & Recovery
Physical therapy for sports injuries
PB&J Physical Therapy works inside our Honolulu and Waipahu/Kunia clinics, so your rehabilitation is planned with the same orthopedic team that treats you. Many orthopedic problems improve with therapy alone, and Hawai‘i allows direct access to physical therapy without a physician referral (some plans still require one for coverage).
PB&J Physical Therapy →Questions, Answered
Sports medicine FAQ
Do I need surgery to be seen for a sports injury?+
No. Most sports injuries are treated without surgery. Our team handles evaluation, ultrasound-guided procedures, 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.