ATHLETE AND PARENT'S ONLINE GUIDE TO
SPORTS MEDICINE

At Orthopaedic Specialists, our sports medicine doctors provide expert care for active individuals of all ages and skill levels. Whether you're a competitive athlete or a weekend warrior, our goal is to help you recover from injuries and return to the activities you love as quickly and safely as possible. Our state-of-the-art facilities are equipped for our experts to diagnose, treat, and prevent a wide range of athletic injuries.

To support athletes and their families, we’ve created the Athlete and Parent’s Online Guide to Sports Medicine—a comprehensive resource offering expert insights on injury treatment, prevention strategies, performance enhancement, and the latest advancements in sports medicine.

Our sports medicine team, led by Dr. Kristyn Darmafall and Dr. Tuvi Mendel, brings extensive experience and specialized expertise in treating sports-related injuries. Committed to staying at the forefront of the field, our specialists actively engage in ongoing education, research, and advanced training to offer the most effective and innovative treatments available.

With a focus on minimally invasive techniques and leading-edge surgical procedures, our sports medicine surgeons provide world-class care to help athletes recover stronger and perform at their best.

Proud Orthopaedic Providers For:

  • Quad City Steamwheelers
  • Quad City Storm
  • Platform Elite Volleyball Club
  • Above the Barre Dance Academy
  • Evolve Gymnastics & Tumbling

Experience Better—Request an Appointment 

Our sports medicine doctors at Orthopaedic Specialists provide our patients with access to consultation Monday through Friday. Prior to your consultation, new patients will be asked to complete forms, which include medical history as well as demographic and insurance information. This information, along with any current diagnostic imaging (X-ray, CT, MRI), will be utilized by your doctor to help in your diagnosis and treatment plan.

To schedule an appointment with one of our sports medicine doctors, please request an appointment online or call (563) 344-9292.