Stay active. Move better. Heal faster.

Lehman Joint & Performance

Stay Active Longer with Expert Orthopedic Care in Menlo Park & St Louis

Stay Active Longer with Expert Orthopedic Care in Menlo Park & St Louis

Dr. Richard Lehman, MD, FACS, is a globally recognized orthopedic surgeon and pioneer in regenerative medicine who helps athletes and active adults recover faster, preserve joint health and stay in motion at every stage of life.

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Elite Joint Care
for athletes & active adults

Dr. Lehman offers precision medicine to help you move better, recover faster, and stay active longer.

With world-class clinics in Menlo Park, CA and St. Louis, MO, and over 30 years of experience treating professional athletes and high-performance individuals, from NFL, MLB, NHL, to Olympic arenas, Dr. Lehman brings the same gold-standard expertise to every patient, every visit.

How Dr. Lehman Helps Patients Stay in Motion

Dr. Lehman specializes in both surgical and non-surgical joint preservation, regenerative medicine, and advanced motion analysis. From Platelet-rich Plasma (PRP) Injections to state-of-the-art VUE MOTION® gait and performance analysis, each treatment is tailored to restore strength, stability, and confidence in every movement.

Orthopedic Surgery

Regenerative Medicine & Orthobiologics

Advanced Sports Medicine

Trusted by elite athletes. Designed for you.

Dr. Lehman is one of the most respected orthopedic minds in sports medicine, and his biologic-first philosophy is built for longevity, not just temporary relief. His advanced diagnostics and individualized treatment plans keep professional athletes at peak performance and help everyday patients avoid joint replacements or repeat injuries.

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Why choose Lehman Joint and Performance

Each treatment plan is crafted to your goals, whether that’s running marathons or simply walking pain-free.

Dr. Lehman focuses on healing from within, using regenerative strategies to reduce inflammation, repair tissue, and avoid unnecessary surgery.

With Dr. Lehman, you have access to cutting-edge biologic therapies that help accelerate recovery and support long-term joint preservation.

At the Lehman Joint & Performance Clinic, we use state-of-the-art VUE MOTION® and sports performance data to pinpoint and correct biomechanical imbalances.

From your first consult to your full return to sport, Dr. Lehman will guide you with the same precision used in professional sports.

Two world-class clinics

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Dr. Lehman’s clinics in Menlo Park, CA and St. Louis, MO, serve patients across the country, offering the same gold-standard biologic therapies and sports medicine protocols trusted by NFL, MLB, and Olympic athletes.

  • Visit Dr. Rick in Menlo Park

    705 Oak Grove Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025

    office@jointandperformance.com

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    +1 650-885-9242

  • Visit Dr. Rick in St. Louis

    Frontenac Surgery Center at Frontenac Grove,
    10435 Clayton Road, St. Louis, MO 63131

    office@jointandperformance.com

    office@jointandperformance.com

    +1 314-909-1666

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Trusted by many

Rodney
6 months ago
He done my right shoulder after a bad wreck and that was in the early 90s until this day I've yet to have any pain he's the best orthopedic surgeon in st,Louis he takes care of the st.louis blue's hockey players he knows what he's doing,I'm going to try to get back to him now for my left shoulder after surgery my doctor here , well let's say 2yearsand2 months ltr I can't pick up anything with it I need a real pro ..
Darrell L.
11 months ago
It's been 28 years since I reluctantly followed the advice of the company nurse where I worked and made an appointment with Dr Lehman, which I had to drive an hour to see. It took a month and a half to actually get in to see him. My first visit, it seems more x-rays were taken than the previous 3 years being "cared for" by a butcher that I had been seeing because I destroyed my left knee in a motorcycle accident. Dr Lehman literally put his money where his mouth was when he convinced me to opt for reparative surgery, rather than complete knee replacement at the ripe old age of 25. Surgery was scheduled, again, it took a month and a half to get in.
Why did all of this take so long, you might ask... Because he IS that good! That's how many people are waiting to see him!
Thank you Dr Lehman for working your magic on me and affording me the quality of life that I have been able to enjoy for all these years.
Very regretfully, I have taken your help for granted and probably overworked it a bit too much, and now likely will have to have more work done. Even more regretfully, as I have relocated, it may no longer be feasible for me to return.
Kama T.
1 year ago
Dr. Lehman is one of the few doctors who puts your goals for mobility or athletic performance at the top of your treatment plan. I thought I would have to choose between 'bleeding edge of orthopedics' and 'decades of experience', but Dr. Lehman is the best of both. Thanks to him and his network of top therapists, I have come back from tough injuries and stayed strong enough to compete as an endurance athlete into my 50s.
Diane W.
2 years ago
Kevin B.
5 years ago
This office is one of the best offices in the country, HANDS DOWN!!!! The staff are very professional and can deal with a high volume of people!! Always getting people in to take care of their concerns!!! They are very detailed and so so kind!!!! Dr. Lehman is “The Best”, this man treats every single patient as if they were worth a million dollars to him!!!!! He deals with the general pubic and everyday working people the same way he deals with pro athletes!!!! What a Great Surgeon!!! His expertise is hard to match!!! My son is playing Division 1 football because Dr. Lehman repaired his knee!!!! Also, He just repaired my knee!! He and his staff ensured that I had a smooth prep, great surgery, and great follow up/discharge instructions. They made sure that me and my son got back to performing duties for life at high levels!!!!I highly recommend Dr. Lehman and his office. “WHAT A GREAT GROUP OF PEOPLE”.
jonathan S.
7 years ago
Dr Lehman is simply the best! You May have to wait awhile in his office but it is worth the wait to see the best!

He takes the time to explain things so you are comfortable and understand. I think this is why the wait. He is a genuinely sincere nice man. Who wants the best for you.

I am very active, he has always got me fixed back up!

You won’t find a better doctor or person!!
Byron S.
7 years ago
The office is great. it is obvious that doctor Lehman has done many famous athletes, the walls are covered with autographed shirts. The staff is competent and Karla is dedicated to her patients. A delight to work with
Shirley Y.
8 years ago
daniel R.
9 years ago
The quality of care & professionalism is worth my 250 mile Drive. I tore both rotator cuffs in September of 2016, at age 54, not good, but thanks to Dr Rick & Dr Shana, I'm back riding Harley's, swimming & playing golf . I'm feeling better than I did at 35! The Team at US Sport medicine will make you feel like an All American Superstar !!!
Much Mahalo

Preserve. Perform. Progress.

With Lehman Joint and Performance, you’re not just recovering, you’re rebuilding. Schedule a consultation and discover how tailored orthopedic care can help you move with confidence again.