PatellofemoralPainSyndromePFPS near Taylorsville, UT

Care Philosophy: For Dr. Nikolaus, the patient always comes first.

Care Philosophy: In order to optimize patient outcomes, Dr. Sikora is experienced in artificial disc replacement, endoscopic spine surgery, minimally invasive techniques, and robotics. Developing highly personalized treatments, non-operative and operative, are key to a healthy and happy lifestyle.

Care Philosophy: Hello humankindness.It's more than a tagline. Humankindness is one of the many things we all have in common. It's the good within us. The power that connects us. And at CommonSpirit Health, we fuse it into heartfelt healing, inspired innovation, and mindful medicine. It's in how we provide treatment and the way we treat patients. Our communities need caring, and our families need support. CommonSpirit Health is committed to building healthy communities by advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen. Because the way care is provided is often as meaningful as the care itself.

Biography: Brett Martindale is a family medicine physician with a special interest in sports medicine. After receiving his undergraduate education from Brigham Young University, Brett went on to Ohio State to obtain his doctorate. He returned to Utah to complete a residency at McKay-Dee Hospital followed by a fellowship in Sports Medicine at Utah Valley Hospital. As a Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Martindale works closely with orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, and other professionals to treat various conditions that affect active Utahns. Sports medicine is not just for high-level athletes – Dr. Martindale sees patients of all ages and athletic abilities. He addresses many sports injuries including: Acute sports injuries like sprains, dislocations, and non-surgical fractures Overuse injuries including stress fractures and tendonitis Concussions and traumatic brain injury (TBI) Pre-participation and ``return to play`` physical examinations Rehabilitation plans and exercise regimens Subtaylor and ankle arthritis Injury prevention and nutrition coaching