Dr. Chris Penton

MD, CAQSM

Mississippi’s Trusted Specialist in Sports Medicine & Ultrasound-Guided Procedures

Born and raised in South Mississippi, Dr. Penton brings cutting-edge sports medicine home. With a Sports Medicine fellowship from Texas Christian University (TCU) and advanced certifications in TenJet and Tenex, he’s helping Mississippians recover from chronic and acute injuries without surgery or long delays.

Board Certified in Primary Care Sports Medicine & Family Medicine
Certified in TenJet (2021) & Tenex (2024) procedures
The only physician in Mississippi performing Tenex bone and ultrasound-guided fascial release
Same-week diagnostics using real-time ultrasound — often skipping the need for MRIs
Practicing in Magee and across Mississippi

The “Jumper’s Knee Guy” for Mississippi

Patellar tendon pain—Jumper’s Knee—is one of the most common and stubborn injuries for athletes and active adults. It’s also one of Dr. Penton’s signature specialties. Using ultrasound-guided TenJet and Tenex procedures, Dr. Penton can treat chronic tendon pain precisely and efficiently, often helping patients who have been in pain for months or years.

“I can diagnose and treat with TenJet or Tenex in a week or two—it takes others months just to get a proper diagnosis.”

Dr. Chris Penton

Who He Helps

Whether you’re a competitive athlete, weekend warrior, or hardworking professional, Dr. Penton treats musculoskeletal issues in patients of all ages and activity levels:

Active Adults

People in their 40s, 50s, and 60s staying fit through golf, tennis, cycling, and running. Common issues include overuse injuries, tendon degeneration, and arthritis.

Youth Athletes

Young athletes in soccer, gymnastics, football, and dance. These patients benefit from radiation-free ultrasound diagnostics, especially for growth plate injuries and joint concerns.

Occupational Athletes

Construction workers, nurses, mechanics, and other manual laborers with repetitive stress injuries, joint pain, or tendon issues.

Chronic Pain Patients

Older adults with osteoarthritis, bursitis, and tendonitis who need targeted pain relief through advanced injections.

Weekend Warriors

Middle-aged recreational athletes with rotator cuff tears, ligament sprains, or muscle injuries. Diagnosed and treated without delay.

Procedures & Techniques

Dr. Penton uses a comprehensive, modern toolkit that includes:

TenJet® & Tenex® – Definitive treatment for chronic tendinopathies like golfer’s elbow, tennis elbow, jumper’s knee, plantar fasciitis, and Achilles issues
Ultrasound-guided joint, tendon, bursa & fascial injections – For conditions such as bursitis, arthritis, and tendonitis
Bone Marrow Aspirate (BMA) & Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) – Regenerative therapies to promote healing
TMJ Injections – For temporomandibular joint dysfunction and jaw pain
Fascial Releases & Tenex Bone – Dr. Penton is the only provider in Mississippi offering these advanced procedures
Fracture care with waterproof casting (ActivArmor) – Durable and breathable, ideal for active lifestyles
Concussion evaluation & return-to-play management – Comprehensive care for youth and adult athletes

Credentials & Training

Board Certifications: Primary Care Sports Medicine, Family Medicine
Fellowship: Sports Medicine at Texas Christian University
Residency: Family Medicine at John Peter Smith Hospital
Medical School: University of Mississippi
Undergrad: Mississippi College, Biology-Medical Sciences
Licensed in: MS, AL, TN
Professional Memberships:
- American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM)
- American Institute for Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM)
- American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP)

Schedule with Dr. Penton Today

Whether it’s chronic tendon pain, a recent sports injury, or joint degeneration holding you back, Dr. Penton is here to help you move without pain.

✔️ Fast-track diagnosis
✔️ Minimally invasive treatments
✔️ Trusted by athletes and active Mississippians