Preventive Care

Preventative care in sports medicine focuses on keeping athletes and active individuals healthy, strong, and resilient before injuries occur. Through personalized assessments, movement screenings, and tailored training guidance, a sport physician helps identify risk factors and address them early.

A key part of this approach is creating a custom exercise and education plan, where patients learn the right techniques, exercises, and recovery strategies that fit their sport, lifestyle, and goals. We also evaluate important factors such as sleep hygiene, nutrition, and recuperation, ensuring the body has the foundation it needs to perform and recover at its best.

This proactive care not only reduces the risk of injury but also enhances performance, supports long-term joint and muscle health, and promotes quicker recovery between training sessions or competitions. By combining medical expertise with individualized education, preventative care empowers people to move with confidence, perform at their best, and stay active at every stage of life.

Preventative care in sports medicine isn’t just for elite athletes—it can benefit anyone who wants to stay active, healthy, and injury-free.

Competitive athletes gain an edge by reducing injury risk and improving performance, while recreational athletes and fitness enthusiasts can train more safely and confidently.

Younger athletes benefit from guidance during growth and development, and older adults can maintain mobility, strength, and independence. Even individuals recovering from past injuries find value in preventative strategies to avoid setbacks and support long-term wellness.

In short, preventative care is for anyone who values movement, health, and performance at any stage of life.

Stay strong, prevent injuries, and keep doing what you love!

How it Works

Screening

Movement and Load Check

Personalized Plan

Person-specific training program

Adjustments

Tweak volume or exercise as season shifts

Who Can Benefit

If you move, you can benefit from preventative care:

  • Competitive athletes – reduce injury risk and perform at your peak
  • Recreational athletes & weekend warriors – train smarter and stay active without setbacks
  • Youth athletes – build healthy movement habits during growth and development
  • Active adults – maintain strength, mobility, and confidence in daily activities
  • Older adults – preserve independence, prevent falls, and keep moving with ease
  • Anyone with a past injury – prevent re-injury and support long-term recovery

Request an Appointment

Ready to take the next step in your recovery or performance journey? Our team is here to support you with expert care tailored to your needs.
To book an appointment, a consultation or referral from a physician or nurse practitioner is required. Once we receive it, our team will connect with you to schedule your visit.
(506) 532-6696 ext: 2
Mon - Thurs:
9 am - 5 pm
Friday:
9 am - 1 pm
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Dr. Stephanie Melanson
Sport medicine services in the Moncton area
Helping you move better, recover faster, and perform at your highest level. Whether you're rehabbing an injury, managing pain, or striving to reach peak performance.
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336 Main St.,
Shediac, NB
E4P 2E5
(506) 532-6696 ext: 2
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