Sports medicine is often misunderstood. The name implies our care is only for elite athletes — but the scope of our practice covers virtually any musculoskeletal problem, whatever your age or ability.
About Dr Masci
Dr Lorenzo Masci is a sports medicine doctor based in central London, with clinics at OneWelbeck Sports Medicine, ISEH (Institute of Sport, Exercise and Health), and Chelsea.
A sports medicine doctor takes a holistic approach to musculoskeletal conditions: assessing the problem, performing on-site MSK ultrasound, and arranging tests for an accurate diagnosis. They then plan rehabilitation with your wider team — physiotherapists, podiatrists, and trainers — overseeing your care so your recovery heads the right way at the right speed.
Extensive sports medicine training
Dr Masci has undertaken rigorous specialist sports medicine training. After graduating from medical school in Australia, he completed a four-year specialist programme with the Australasian College of Sport and Exercise Physicians. He completed a Master’s in Sports Medicine research at the University of Melbourne in 2004, on low back pain in young athletes, achieving a high distinction.
After moving to London in 2007, he quickly established himself in the sports medicine community. He has worked in the British military, in private practice, and with elite sporting organisations including Fulham Football Club and Wasps Rugby. Before moving, he worked with Melbourne Storm Rugby League, Tennis Australia, and the Melbourne Demons. He is registered with the GMC as a Sport and Exercise Medicine specialist and is recognised by all leading private insurers.
Research and teaching
Dr Masci is active in research, with over 20 peer-reviewed papers. He has spoken at international conferences, including the Arsenal and Barcelona football medicine conferences, and is currently involved in tendon research at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Imperial College, Queen Mary University, and Brunel University. He has narrated and produced an online MSK ultrasound-guided injection programme.
What is sports medicine?
The sports medicine doctor is often misunderstood — as if our expertise were reserved for elite athletes with sports injuries. Nothing could be further from the truth.
Our practice covers virtually any musculoskeletal or activity-related problem, whatever your age or ability. The goal is to return you to what you’re passionate about — whether that’s an Ironman or simply walking to work to stay healthy.
What a sports medicine doctor does
A sports medicine doctor assesses your musculoskeletal problem and reaches an accurate diagnosis. We perform on-site MSK ultrasound, refer for further imaging when needed, and explain the results so you understand the diagnosis. This specialised care is unique because we know the full breadth of treatment options — surgical and non-surgical, including specialised rehabilitation and treatments such as shockwave therapy and MSK injections. We coordinate your care with the rest of your rehab team to get you better promptly.
This service is in high demand and was traditionally reserved for elite athletes needing a fast return to performance. But the holistic approach applies to almost every musculoskeletal problem. Take a classic ankle sprain: many people who roll an ankle go to A&E, have an X-ray, and are told it’s a sprained ligament. Most are — but some rolled ankles cause more serious damage. A sports medicine doctor, drawing on elite-sport experience, can assess the injury, organise the right imaging, and diagnose it promptly.
Any musculoskeletal condition
It doesn’t have to be an acute sports injury. Many problems come from overuse — a gardener developing elbow tendonitis, for instance. A sports doctor assesses and diagnoses these with on-site MSK ultrasound, recommends rehab with a specialised physiotherapist, and advises on treatments such as shockwave therapy and MSK injections to get you back to fitness.
About my team
A practice is only as good as the people behind it. Aimee and Vicki have been with me since I started in private practice. We work as a team to give every patient the best possible outcome.
Frequently asked questions about sports medicine
What does a sports medicine doctor treat?
Virtually any musculoskeletal problem — sports injuries, overuse conditions, arthritis, tendonitis, and activity-related pain — whatever your age or ability. You don’t need to be an athlete.
Do I need a referral to see a sports medicine doctor?
Not necessarily. Many people self-refer, though some insurers ask for a GP referral first. Check with your insurer, or contact the team to ask.
What’s the difference between a sports medicine doctor and an orthopaedic surgeon?
A sports medicine doctor specialises in non-surgical management of musculoskeletal problems — diagnosis, rehabilitation, injections, and other non-operative treatments — and refers for surgery only when it’s genuinely needed. The focus is on getting you better without an operation wherever possible.
Does Dr Masci see non-athletes?
Absolutely. Most patients aren’t elite athletes — they’re active people of all ages with an injury or an overuse problem who want to get back to what they enjoy.
Final word from Sport Doctor London
Sports medicine is for everyone who wants to stay active — not just elite athletes. With specialist training, on-site ultrasound, a research and teaching background, and a strong team, Dr Masci offers holistic, accurate, and evidence-based musculoskeletal care in London.
To book an appointment, contact the team here or call +44 (0) 203 488 0350.
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About My Team
An integral part of building a practice is ensuring you have the right people behind you. Aimee and Vicki have been with me for as long as I have been in private practice. We work as a team to provide the best possible outcomes for all our patients.