Sports & Lifestyle Medicine

Sports medicine is for anyone who enjoys an active lifestyle.

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Not Just for Athletes

When most people hear the term sports medicine, they think of athletes and sports teams.

The truth is sports medicine is not just for athletes playing team sports; it’s also for anyone who enjoys an active lifestyle or wants to be more active.

Your Care Partners

ChristianaCare Sports and Lifestyle Medicine physicians are here to help you pursue your goals for athletics and physical activity. They can help you maximize your performance, prevent or recover from injuries, and overcome physical challenges you may face at home or work, such as the knee, shoulder, or foot pain. No matter what your activity – walking, bicycling, football, tennis, golf, lifting on the job, or running after your kids – we are ready to be your partner in maintaining good health and fitness and preventing injuries.

Why Sports & Lifestyle Medicine?

We are specialists who work with people of all ages to prevent and treat injuries that can result from athletics, exercise, or simply living an active, healthy lifestyle. If you have a musculoskeletal issue related to a sport you participate in, a physical job, or just everyday life, you can count on us for expert care.

Treatment Options

Common Problems We Treat

Ankle
Back or neck pain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Elbow, hand, or wrist pain, including tennis elbow
Hip pain
Knee injuries
Muscle strains
Obesity
Plantar Fasciitis
Shin splints
Shoulder pain, rotator cuff injuries, and bursitis
Sports-related concussions

Other Specialties that We Work with Closely

Orthopedic surgeons
Exercise physiologists
Physical therapists
Certified athletic trainers
Nutritionists
Sports psychologists
Speech pathologists

Meet Our Team

Brad Sandella, D.O.
Ambulatory Subspecialties Service Line Leader

Chaney Stewman, M.D.
Program Director, Sports Medicine Fellowship

Elizabeth Barchi, MD

Sports and Lifestyle Medicine Physician

Charlene Jones, MD

Sports and Lifestyle Medicine Physician

Your Own Expert Care Team

When you choose to establish care with one of our expert primary care providers, you will be linked with a nurse and a Patient Digital Ambassador (PDA) that are part of their accompanying care team.

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