08/20/2026
August is Sports Medicine Month!
As football practices begin and the season kicks off, the doctors at Highland Clinic Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine will be sharing helpful tips throughout August to help athletes stay healthy, prevent injuries, and protect their bones and joints.
But sports medicine isnβt just for athletes. Whether youβre on the field, in the gym, at work, or simply enjoying everyday activities, taking care of your bones and joints is important at every age.
As we head into Friday Football Fever, Highland Clinicβs doctors will continue sharing valuable tips for the next 15 weeks on KTBS as football season gets underway. Follow along for expert advice from Highland Clinic Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine to help keep youβand your familyβmoving safely all season long!
SHREVEPORT, La. β As part of Sports Medicine Month, local physicians are encouraging athletes and active adults to take steps to prevent injuries before they happen.Dr. Carlton Houtz, an orthopedic