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LivingCare delivers specialist sports medicine services at our clinics across Sheffield and Leeds. Our state-of-the-art facilities provide rapid access to diagnostics and expert-led care for athletes, teams, and active individuals.
Sports medicine prevents, diagnoses, treats and rehabilitates injuries from physical activity. From active individuals to elite athletes, this department helps optimise performance, reduce injury risk and enables a safe return to sport.
When left untreated or without proper rehabilitation, sports injuries can cause pain and problems later in life. In a study by Podium Analytics, 40% of people reported sustaining a sports injury, and 34% reported still experiencing effects from it.
At LivingCare, we assess and treat athletes, professional clubs, and individuals, tailoring our services to the demands of high-performance sport. From MRI and CT to blood profiling and drug testing, our services provide the clarity needed to guide treatment, rehabilitation and performance decisions.
Professional clubs and elite athletes trust LivingCare for our clinical expertise, discretion, speed and state-of-the-art equipment.
We understand that sports injuries and sports medicine aren’t just Monday to Friday. That’s why we have a dedicated sports service contactable seven days a week. Patients can also access the Siemens 3T Bore MRI Scanner post-game by arrangement.
Our sports medicine technology and expertise enable our clients to experience more accurate diagnoses and earlier detection of issues. This translates to faster recovery times and a pain-free return to sport.
Our experience includes providing medical support at Olympic and Commonwealth Games, as well as working with organisations such as The FA, Premiership football clubs, Rugby League, Rugby Union, the British Olympic Association, the England and Wales Cricket Board, and the English Institute of Sport.
Common reasons patients visit our sports medicine specialists include:
LivingCare’s sports medicine specialists partner with trainers, coaches, and athletes to deliver the best care. This collaborative approach ensures treatment plans align with sporting demands while supporting safe and effective training.
Sports organisations:
Please contact our dedicated sports medicine service on 07738 498060. This line is available seven days a week.
Service enquiries:
For further information about our sports medicine services, please contact the LivingCare team.
Dr Sam Thistleton
Consultant in Sports and Exercise Medicine (SEM)
Dr Sam Thistleton's areas of expertise include musculoskeletal problems and rehabilitation from injury, as well as medical problems and symptoms relating to sport and exercise e.g. concussion, cardiac screening, breathlessness, and undue fatigue.
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Speak to our teamYou can receive this treatment at any one of the locations below.
Your healthcare journey in 4 easy steps
Get in Touch
Call us on Leeds 0113 2494655 or Sheffield 0114 7005811 or use our online booking form to send your enquiry. Let us know your preferred appointment type, either virtual or face to face, and we will work to find a time that suits you.
We Arrange Your Appointment
If you filled out our online booking form, one of our team will contact you within 2 hours with available appointment options. Once your appointment is booked, you will receive an email confirmation with all the details you need.
Attend Your Appointment
Attend your appointment at your chosen time, either virtually or in person, with one of our highly qualified consultants. If your appointment requires a written report, this will be prepared and sent to you within 48 hours.
Aftercare and Follow-Up
If you need any further tests, treatment or follow-up, we will help arrange these for you. If you require a copy of your report or images, please let us know and we will send these promptly.
Your healthcare journey in 4 easy steps
Get in Touch
Call us on Leeds 0113 2494655 or Sheffield 0114 7005811 or use our online booking form to send your enquiry and we will work to find a time that suits you
We Arrange Your Appointment
If you filled out our online booking form, one of our team will contact you within 2 hours with available appointment options. Once your appointment is booked, you will receive an email confirmation with all the details you need.
Attend Your Appointment
Attend your appointment at your chosen time with highly qualified clinicians. If your appointment requires a written report, this will be prepared and sent to you within 48 hours with the option to upgrade to 24 hours.
Aftercare and Follow-Up
If you need any further tests, treatment or follow-up, we will help arrange these for you. If you require a copy of your report or images, please let us know and we will send these promptly.
Explore the various options available for this treatment.
With our self-pay service, there are no waiting lists - consultations are offered within 24 hours, with treatment within a week. All costs, including tests or scans, are quoted upfront with no obligation to proceed. Visit our Prices page for full details.
If using medical insurance, contact your provider to confirm coverage for all treatment stages before your first appointment. You’ll need a referral letter from your GP for a private procedure at The LivingCare Group. Once you have it, either you or your GP can book your first appointment with us.
