The Premier Sports medicine specialists in san antonio

WHAT IS A SPORTS MEDICINE PHYSICIAN?

A sports medicine physician has specialized training and experience with athletes ranging from ages 5 to 99.

From preventing to treating injuries, our team of physicians ranges from board-certified orthopedic surgeons to primary care sports medicine physicians. With specialized and ongoing training our team is revolutionizing what it means to be a sports medicine physician.

WHEN SHOULD YOU COME TO SEE US?

Athletes are welcome to come in for an initial assessment or if they are experiencing any kind of pain or discomfort in their joints, muscles, or bones.

  • If you recently experienced a strain or a sprain or another soft tissue injury that concerns you, you should pay us a visit to determine where is the root of the problem.

  • If you have tendonitis that simply won’t go away, we can make a full assessment and initiate one of our rehabilitation protocols that will allow you to return to the pre-injury phase.

  • If you keep stumbling and falling there is most likely a reason for that other than bad luck. We will address any imbalances in key muscle groups.

  • If you are experiencing any kind of chronic pain in the neck, back, knee, or other areas.

Conditions we treat

  • AC Joint Injuries

  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries

  • Articular Cartilage Injuries

  • Heat Illness

  • Overuse Injuries

  • Osteoarthritis

  • Pitcher/Little League Elbow

  • Tendinitis, Tendonosis, Tendosynovitis

  • Bursitis

  • Acute Injuries

  • Chronic Conditions

  • Concussions

  • Contusions (bruises)

  • Sprains

  • Strains

  • Fractures

  • Dislocations

  • Tears

  • Pre/Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

  • Post Fracture Rehabilitation

  • Injury Prevention and Care

  • Platelet-Rich Plasma Injections

  • Back to the Game Protocols

  • Postural Assessments

  • Strength and Conditioning Programs

  • and More

Meet Our Sports Medicine Physicians Team

  • Dr. Paul Saenz

  • Dr. Eliot Young

  • Dr. Timothy Palomera

  • Dr. Lindsay Stephens

  • Dr. Daniel Santa Maria

  • Dr. Hector Lopez

  • Dr. Stephen Saenz

Videos Resources for Sports Medicine

Blog Posts Regarding Sports medicine

Blog
A PARTNERSHIP THAT IS REVOLUTIONARY & INNOVATIVE
A PARTNERSHIP THAT IS REVOLUTIONARY & INNOVATIVE

Sports Medicine Associates of San Antonio has teamed up with Texas Physical Therapy Specialists and St. Mary’s Athletics to create one of the best sports medicine programs possible exclusive to St. Mary’s University students, athletes, faculty, and staff.

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MOST COMMON INJURIES & HOW TO PREVENT THEM - TEXAS HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL EDITION
MOST COMMON INJURIES & HOW TO PREVENT THEM - TEXAS HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL EDITION

It’s no lie, Texans love football. Everybody has their favorite NFL team. There's nothing like college football for some fast-paced action. But neither compares to those Friday Night Lights! Texas High School Football is the real deal. There is an unbeatable unity there. As a sport, it is exciting, fast-paced, and highly competitive. The physical demands of the sport ensure that every player will suffer bumps and bruises throughout the season.

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THE RESPONSIBILITY IT TAKES TO BE A SAN ANTONIO SPURS TEAM DOCTOR
THE RESPONSIBILITY IT TAKES TO BE A SAN ANTONIO SPURS TEAM DOCTOR

Being a team doctor for a professional sports team takes a lot of time, effort, and dedication. “The bottom line is when you take care of a professional sports organization, you're on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.” - Dr. Schmidt

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MOST MEMORABLE MOMENT WITH THE SAN ANTONIO SPURS
MOST MEMORABLE MOMENT WITH THE SAN ANTONIO SPURS

Dr. Schmidt officially became the San Antonio Spurs head physician in 1993. But, he had some involvement with the organization long before that.

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PRP INJECTIONS
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PRP INJECTIONS

To keep it short and sweet, PRP stands for platelet rich plasma.

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DOC TALK WITH DR. GIRLING AND DR. PALOMERA: WHAT TYPE OF INJECTIONS DO YOU OFFER?
DOC TALK WITH DR. GIRLING AND DR. PALOMERA: WHAT TYPE OF INJECTIONS DO YOU OFFER?

DOC TALK is a series where our Sports Medicine Physicians discuss YOUR questions. Our patients and community ask questions then our group of physicians sit down to answer them. Have a question you want to submit? DM us on Facebook or Instagram!

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DOC TALK WITH DR. GIRLING AND DR. PALOMERA: WHEN SHOULD YOU SEE A DOCTOR?
DOC TALK WITH DR. GIRLING AND DR. PALOMERA: WHEN SHOULD YOU SEE A DOCTOR?

DOC TALK is a series where our Sports Medicine Physicians discuss YOUR questions. Our patients and community ask questions then our group of physicians sit down to answer them. Have a question you want to submit? DM us on Facebook or Instagram!

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COMMON INJURIES AND HOW TO PREVENT THEM
COMMON INJURIES AND HOW TO PREVENT THEM

Arguably, the best time of the year is football season. ‘Football Sunday’ has become a part of family traditions and is highly anticipated by many. While football is part of the American DNA, one side of the sport that isn’t talked about enough is the high risk for injuries. For that reason, Dr. S. Saenz breaks down common injuries and how to prevent them in case there’s a football player in your life. 

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DOC TALK WITH DR. GIRLING AND DR. PALOMERA: DOES SMASA TREAT BACK PAIN?
DOC TALK WITH DR. GIRLING AND DR. PALOMERA: DOES SMASA TREAT BACK PAIN?

DOC TALK is a series where our Sports Medicine Physicians discuss YOUR questions. Our patients and community ask questions then our group of physicians sit down to answer them. Have a question you want to submit? DM us on Facebook or Instagram!

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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON WITH DR. ROBERT GIRLING
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON WITH DR. ROBERT GIRLING

Dr. Girling shares a day in his life as an orthopedic surgeon specializing in adult reconstructive surgery—notably full and partial knee & hip replacements.

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DOC TALK WITH DR. GIRLING AND DR. PALOMERA: "WHY IS DR. PALOMERA NOT A SURGEON?"
DOC TALK WITH DR. GIRLING AND DR. PALOMERA: "WHY IS DR. PALOMERA NOT A SURGEON?"

Doc talk is where our patients and community ask us questions and our group of physicians sit down and answer them together! Have a question you want to submit? DM us on Facebook or Instagram!

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DOC TALK WITH DR. GIRLING AND DR. PALOMERA: "WHO ARE ALL THE DOCTORS WHO SEEM TO BE TRAINING?"
DOC TALK WITH DR. GIRLING AND DR. PALOMERA: "WHO ARE ALL THE DOCTORS WHO SEEM TO BE TRAINING?"

Doc talk is where our patients and community ask us questions and our group of physicians sit down and answer them together! Have a question you want to submit? DM us on Facebook or Instagram!

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DOC TALK WITH DR. GIRLING AND DR. PALOMERA: DO YOU TREAT ANYTHING BESIDES FOOTBALL INJURIES?
DOC TALK WITH DR. GIRLING AND DR. PALOMERA: DO YOU TREAT ANYTHING BESIDES FOOTBALL INJURIES?

Doc talk is where our patients and community ask us questions and our group of physicians sit down and answer them together! Have a question you want to submit? DM us on Facebook or Instagram!

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DOC TALK WITH DR. PALOMERA AND DR. GIRLING: IS EVERY HEADACHE A CONCUSSION?
DOC TALK WITH DR. PALOMERA AND DR. GIRLING: IS EVERY HEADACHE A CONCUSSION?

Two Sports Medicine Physicians discuss TOP patient questions: Is every headache a concussion?

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DOC TALK WITH DR. PALOMERA AND DR. GIRLING: DOES A FRACTURED BONE MEAN IT'S BROKEN?
DOC TALK WITH DR. PALOMERA AND DR. GIRLING: DOES A FRACTURED BONE MEAN IT'S BROKEN?

Two Sports Medicine Physicians discuss TOP patient questions: Does a fractured bone mean its broken?

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WHEN SHOULD A PATIENT SEE A SPORTS MEDICINE PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN INSTEAD OF THEIR PRIMARY CARE PROVIDEr?
WHEN SHOULD A PATIENT SEE A SPORTS MEDICINE PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN INSTEAD OF THEIR PRIMARY CARE PROVIDEr?

When someone says they are going to see a doctor they normally mean a primary care physician (PCP). While visiting a PCP a few times a year is recommended for routine check ups, going straight to a sports medicine primary care physician can save time and money.

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