Athlete Health Center

Biruni University Faculty of Medicine Hospital Sports Health Center is at your service to protect athletes' physical and mental health and to maximize their performance. With our services specially designed for all athletes, from amateur to professional level, we secure not only their present but also their future.

At our center, established in collaboration with our hospital and Küçükçekmece Municipality, we proceed in the light of science in every service, from sports injury treatment to athlete performance analysis, from personalized nutrition programs to athlete psychology support. Because we know that a successful sports career is only possible with a solid health foundation.

Our Sports Health Center Services

At our Sports Health Center, we help you maximize your sports performance by identifying your individual health needs. The services we offer are detailed below.

Treatment of Sports Injuries

Injuries that can occur during sports are a serious matter that can negatively affect your career. At our hospital, within the scope of sports injury treatment, we diagnose musculoskeletal problems experienced by athletes using innovative methods such as gait analysis and plan the treatment process according to your needs.

• Treatment of acute and chronic injuries
• Athlete rehabilitation programs
• Post‑surgery physiotherapy processes
• Injury‑preventive exercise programs

Athlete Performance Analysis

Measuring athletes' physical and mental capacities is a critical step to improve performance. With athlete performance analysis, we identify your strengths and weaknesses. Then, we help you reach your peak performance with personalized training programs.

• Physical performance tests (strength, endurance, flexibility)
• Cardiovascular capacity measurements
• Mental performance assessments
• Sport‑specific training planning

Athlete Nutrition Programs

Proper nutrition is essential for athletes to improve performance and maintain health. With our Nutrition and Dietetics unit's athlete nutrition programs, you can determine a diet that meets your energy needs and optimizes your performance.

• Personalized nutrition planning
• Pre‑competition and post‑competition nutrition strategies
• Weight management and body composition analysis
• Supplement use counseling

Athlete Physiotherapy Programs

We offer athlete physiotherapy and athlete rehabilitation services to preserve physical capacity before and after sports injuries and to accelerate the recovery process.

• Injury‑preventive exercise programs
• Athlete rehabilitation and manual therapy
• Flexibility and mobility exercises
• Kinesio taping and massage therapies

Athlete Psychology Support

Mental health directly affects athletes' performance. At our Sports Health Center, we increase your mental resilience with athlete psychology support, so you can keep your motivation high even in the most challenging competitions.

• Performance anxiety management
• Motivation and concentration techniques
• Pre‑sport mental preparation
• Team dynamics and communication skills

Athlete Check‑Up Program

If you are interested in a sport such as football, basketball, tennis, or swimming, you are aware of the importance of regular health check‑ups. With our Athlete Check‑Up program specially prepared for you, we detect potential risks related to heart, joint, and muscle health in advance and take precautions. Some of the tests included in our athlete screening package are listed below:

• Orthopedics and Traumatology examination
• Cardiology examination
• Complete blood count (hemogram)
• Sodium
• Potassium
• Creatinine
• Electrocardiogram (ECG)
• Echocardiography (ECHO)
• Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)

Comprehensive Training for Athletes, Coaches, and Families

Maintaining a healthy career for athletes is possible not only with medical support but also with proper awareness. Through our awareness programs, we organize training for athletes, coaches, and families and raise awareness about sports health.

Why Choose Biruni Sports Health Center?

Biruni University Faculty of Medicine Hospital Sports Health Center is managed by specialized physicians and multidisciplinary health professionals. It aims to support athletes' maximum performance with a modern technological infrastructure and scientific approaches.

Located within walking distance of the Sefaköy Metrobus station in Küçükçekmece, Istanbul, Biruni University Faculty of Medicine Hospital Sports Health Center protects the health of both professional and amateur athletes at the highest level with personalized treatment plans, diagnosis and treatment of sports injuries, effective rehabilitation programs, and performance‑enhancing practices.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Services Are Offered at the Sports Health Center?

Our center offers a wide range of services, from the treatment of sports injuries to comprehensive rehabilitation programs, performance evaluations, and training planning. Additionally, athletes' health is meticulously monitored with nutritional counseling, physiotherapy, and advanced technological analyses.

Which Tests Are Applied for Sports Health?

In addition to physical examinations by our Orthopedics and Cardiology units, comprehensive screening tests such as pulmonary function tests, ECHO, ECG, complete blood count, sodium, and potassium are performed.

Can Amateur Athletes Also Receive Professional Services?

Yes, as Biruni University Sports Health Center, our services are customized according to the needs of both professional and amateur athletes. Thanks to our personalized assessments and treatment plans, athletes at every level can benefit from the most appropriate and effective support.