Washington Sports Medicine Institute @ OrthoBethesda
At OrthoBethesda’s Washington Sports Medicine Institute, (an Aligned Orthopedic Partner) our fellowship-trained orthopedic specialists provide advanced, sports medicine care for professional athletes, weekend warriors, active youth, and adults of all activity levels.
As a Center of Excellence in Sports Medicine established by Aligned Orthopedic Partners, we deliver both surgical and non-surgical care across the full spectrum of musculoskeletal injuries and orthopedic subspecialties. Our multidisciplinary team includes sports medicine–trained orthopedic surgeons, a physiatrist, and dedicated sports physical therapists—all working together to help you move better and recover faster.
We treat injuries and conditions affecting all major joints and soft tissue structures impacted by training, competition, and exercise. Our physicians have advanced expertise in physical conditioning, soft tissue biomechanics, performance optimization, and on-field injury evaluation.
In addition to traditional sports injury management, our specialists are highly skilled in minimally invasive procedures and complex revision surgeries, including cases where previous treatments have failed.
With on-site imaging, ultrasound, x-ray, and physical therapy, we offer complete, coordinated care under one roof—helping you recover stronger, perform better, and return to the activities you love—fast.
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Sports Injuries and Conditions We Treat
Elbow
Elbow
Elbow pain can have causes that aren’t due to underlying disease. Examples include prolonged pressure or leaning on elbows, trying a new exercise such as tennis, local trauma, desk work, sprains, or strains.
Hip
Hip
Hip pain can have causes that aren’t due to underlying disease. Examples include trauma, lying on a side for a prolonged period, overuse, muscle stiffness, sitting in an awkward position, sprains, or strains.
Knee
Knee
Knee pain is common, especially among active adults. There are many causes for this pain and numerous treatment options. Whether you are a weekend warrior (play in sports leagues), you love to go for a daily run or walk, or simply tripped and fell at home; knee pain in should be cared for as soon as possible to prevent any underlying issues from developing. Your orthopedic surgeons at the Washington Sports Medicine Institute understand how serious the consideration of knee, or foot and ankle surgery, and the subsequent physical therapy can be. That’s why you should call us for an appointment today for any foot, ankle, and knee issues. Your orthopedic surgeon will listen to your concerns and can always be counted on to deliver a great bedside manner to help answer questions about your orthopedic treatment and ease your fears.
Sports Medicine
Sports Medicine
OrthoBethesda’s Sports Medicine department is highly skilled at treated athletes of all ages from all sports. Let our team help you get back in the game.
Shoulder
Shoulder
Shoulder problems are a common issue for many people. Let the OrthoBethesda team of highly-trained doctors and staff help you regain your mobility and reduce your pain.
Physical Therapy
Physical Therapy
We are excited to announce that OrthoBethesda Physical Therapy has changed its name to Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy. The name change highlights our expanded presence in the community. We now provide therapy services for all of the Aligned Orthopedic Partners practices in the D.C. region: OrthoBethesda, Shady Grove Orthopaedics, and Washington Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine. While our name is new, our commitment to restoring patients to better health and improved function remains unchanged!
In our effort to provide premier services to patients throughout Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and beyond, Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy is proud to offer rehabilitation services as a conservative treatment option for your orthopedic or musculoskeletal issues. Before pursuing any invasive treatment options, we provide conservative treatments first and foremost. If you have an ailment that doesn’t require surgery, we’ll likely prescribe physical therapy with our team of specialists.
When you come to our office, you’ll immediately feel at ease in the personal and comfortable setting of our physical therapy suites, where your orthopedist can drop in and monitor your progress whenever needed.
When you choose Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy, we’ll strive to help you return to living a full, healthy, and active lifestyle. By creating a personalized treatment plan, we can help you regain your strength and mobility so that you can get back to enjoying your life.
Meet Our Doctors
Raymond Thal, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon, Sports Medicine & Arthroscopic Surgery Shoulder, Knee & Elbow Specialist
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Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a competitive athlete, our Sports Medicine team at OrthoBethesda’s Washington Sports Medicine Institute is here to help you recover stronger and get back in the game—fast. Contact us online or call at (301) 530-1010 to make an appointment today!
