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Bone, joint and musculoskeletal pain shouldn't stop you from living life to its fullest. At Carolina Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Specialists, P.A. (CSM), we treat a wide variety of orthopedic and sports medicine conditions using surgical and non-surgical treatments to reduce pain, restore function and optimize health.

Sports medicine addresses the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of injuries sustained while participating in sports or exercise. Orthopedic surgeons, physician assistants and certified athletic trainers comprise our comprehensive care approach.
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Sports medicine extends well beyond just competitive athletes. People whose occupations or recreational activities involve movement also benefit from sports medicine, including those spending hours in the garden on bended knee. Additional support provided by specially trained physician assistants and certified athletic trainers.
Carolina Sports Medicine has been a regional leader in patient- and family-focused sports medicine care for more than 20 years. Sports medicine refers to a specialized area within the medical field dealing with fitness and preventing, diagnosing and treating injuries from sports or exercise. Sports medicine applies to both athletes and people with jobs or even hobbies that require movement.
We offer a wide range of therapies and treatments to manage all types of joint and muscle injuries. Regardless of age or lifestyle, Carolina Sports Medicine is capable of improving your bone, joint, or muscle pain with the least possible amount of discomfort. We evaluate and treat Workers Compensation injuries with an emphasis on returning to work.
Total Knee Replacement (TKA) is also performed under anesthesia. In this procedure, the doctor removes damaged cartilage and replaces it with a prosthetic joint. Afterward, the patient will experience increased mobility and resolution of pain. We are now able to provide outpatient total knee replacement procedures for eligible patients.
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Peter Abate
Jun 17, 2022
I just had my follow up appt for knee replacement surgery with Shawn Fitzgerald. Shawn is an absolute professional. I highly recommend him and Carolina Sports medicine. Also the staff, including Adam, Valerie and of course Dr. Messina, thank you for giving me my life back. Thank you to all who helped. Peter
Kristy Krafft
May 17, 2022
I love this office. My husband and I have had to go multiple times for different body parts and they have always taken care of us. Messina and Fitzgerald are great and very attentive. They aren't pushy at all. The manager Adam though is the best. We does it all so we have seen him on many visits and we love him.
Louise Jones
May 11, 2022
Very professional and friendly office. Fitzgerald was timely, personable, listened and made recommendation that was least traumatic but discussed options if I was still in pain later. If I am, I will definitely go back to see him.
Matt Harris
May 04, 2022
Fantastic professionalism and attention to detail. Very welcoming staff and the x-ray technician was very nice and gave specific directions about the x-rays taken for both knees. The PA is quite personable and attentive to my needs. He answered all of my questions and spoke to my concerns. Overall a great experience!
Stacy Morris
Apr 06, 2022
Just saw Shawn today for my knee. He has been great helping me with both knees. He has been great with the shots. Have relief quickly. Saw Doc Messina for my neck a few weeks ago and my back several years ago. Can take an appointment with either and know I am getting top care! Also Adam has been wonderful as well as Valarie the Doc assistants. Shout to the front desk people too. You can get wonderful care and nice people on every phase of your visit.
Jennifer Gibbins
Mar 20, 2022
My first experience with Shawn was nearly 15 years ago when my daughter was injured. I am now a patient being treated for arthritis and knee pain. Shawn is always very compassionate and knowledgeable. I receive excellent care.
Nora Arnold
Mar 15, 2022
Medical Staff Dr. Shawn Fitzgerald and his PA. Great team. But the front office the one that gave me the new patient package I will give her a 3 starts, not a friendly person. The discharge office staff very friendly and accommodating.
Patty Skipper
Mar 07, 2022
The staff is friendly and makes u feel comfortable from the start to end of ur visit. Shawn is a great listener and very caring. I would tell anyone to go to Carolina Sports Medicine
Ellen Pinyatello
Mar 02, 2022
I highly recommend Dr. Messina and Shawn Fitzgerald! Such a great team! The wait times are relatively short (usually 15 minutes maximum). The Doctor and Nurses are so understanding. Office staff is great too - very friendly and professional!