Sports Medicine
Dr. Henry Backe is an integral part of the Orthopaedic Specialty
Group, P. C. team for over 25 years. Dr. Backe’s exceptional surgical skills are complemented by a personable style and dedication to the highest quality patient outcomes and satisfaction. He is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon and is focused on treating sports-related injuries and conditions.
Sports Medicine

Sports Medicine Specialist In The Greater Fairfield & Shelton Areas
Dr. Henry Backe treats sports-related conditions and injuries at his offices in Fairfield and Shelton, Connecticut. Dr. Backe of Orthopaedic Specialty Group, P. C. is a specially-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in conditions and treatments of the sports-related injuries. Each of his patients receives a unique treatment plan matching their lifestyle goals. As a leader in providing conservative and innovative treatment options, he is an advocate of state-of-the art technologies that benefit his patients.
Commonly thought of as “athlete’s medicine,” sports medicine is really a unique approach to the care of injuries and conditions that occur not only in athletes, but also normal, active people.
As a matter of fact, anyone with an injury or condition that limits their activity level can benefit from a sports medicine approach.
Whether you are a collegiate athlete, weekend warrior, or sedentary person wishing to get more active, sports medicine applies to you.
FAQs on Sports Medicine
- Compartment Syndrome
- Digit Injuries
- Hand & Wrist Injuries
- Muscle Contusion (Bruise)
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Sprains, Strains & Soft Tissue Injuries
- Stress Fractures
- Tennis Injuries
- Thumb Injuries
- Throwing Injuries
- Volleyball Injuries
- Arthroscopy
- Digital Reconstruction
- Elbow Reconstruction
- Sports Injury Reconstruction
- Physical Therapy
- PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) Therapy
- Surgery
Advanced Sports Medicine Care
at Orthopaedic Specialty Group, P. C.
With Dr. Henry Backe
Dr. Henry Backe provides comprehensive treatment options for patients who are suffering from orthopaedic sports-related injuries. Dr. Backe will work closely with you each step of the way, involving you in key decisions and ensuring that your treatment plan is a collaborative effort from diagnosis to recovery.
Highly Trained Orthopaedic Sports-Medicine Surgeon
Dr. Backe provides both surgical and conservative treatments options.
Minimally-Invasive Surgery Options
Dr. Backe’ goal is to emphasize non-surgical treatment options and when needed, minimally invasive surgery. When surgical intervention is required, Dr. Backe offers the most advanced and innovative surgical treatment options available.
Convenient On-Site Rehabilitation Services
Dr. Backe partners with onsite Physical Therapy teams dedicated to the full continuum of care for each patient, based on Dr. Backe’ specific conservative care or post-surgical rehabilitation plans. One of the many benefits of In-house rehabilitation services is providing close communication channels between Dr. Backe and his dedicated team of physical therapists.