E. Lyle Cain, Jr., MD specializes in arthroscopy and treatment of sports-related injuries, as well as open arthroscopic treatment of the knee, shoulder and elbow injuries. In addition, he is certified to treat cartilage injuries in the knee with articular cartilage implantation and meniscal transplantation.
Dr. Cain is board certified in orthopaedic surgery and orthopaedic sports medicine. Dr. Cain's research interest involves the evaluation and prevention of injuries in youth sports, as well as the treatment of adult injuries in the shoulder, elbow and knee, including cartilage and meniscal transplantation. Dr. Cain also has a special interest in the emerging field of biological treatment options, including bone-marrow aspirate and growth factors associated with healing.
Dr. Cain has presented papers and instructional courses for the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine and The International Society for Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery on the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of knee, shoulder and elbow injuries. Dr. Cain's orthopaedic research extends to the treatment of ulnar collateral ligament injuries of the elbow in baseball players.
A native of Birmingham, Dr. Cain graduated from the University of Alabama with bachelor's degree in chemical engineering. He earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine. He completed a general surgery internship at the University of Tennessee in Memphis, followed by a position as chief resident at the University of Tennessee-Campbell Clinic in Memphis. He then completed an orthopaedic sports medicine fellowship with James R. Andrews, M.D., and William G. Clancy, Jr., M.D., at the American Sports Medicine Institute (ASMI). Following his fellowship training, he was invited to become a member of the Alabama Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center and later founded the Andrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center.
Dr. Cain is a member of the Board of Directors of the American Sports Medicine Institute (ASMI) and the American Baseball Foundation (ABF), where he conducts research, provides community outreach services to youth athletes, and actively educates and trains young orthopaedic surgeons. He is also on the Board of Directors of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) and holds memberships in the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Medical Association, Alabama State Medical Association, Southern Medical Association, International Cartilage Repair Society and the International Society for Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery.
Dr. Cain serves as team physician for the University of Alabama and medical director for Jacksonville State University, Shelton State University, Tuskegee University and the University of West Alabama. He is also an orthopaedic consultant for the Birmingham Barons, AA affiliate of the Chicago White Sox, and ACE Cheering. Dr. Cain was honored to have served the Birmingham-Southern College for many years as orthopedic consultant. Dr. Cain is also a team physician for several high schools including Mountain Brook, Hoover, Homewood, Hewitt-Trussville, Carbon Hill, Curry, Shades Valley, Oakman and Oak Grove. Dr. Cain leads an outreach program through the University of West Alabama, which provides medical services to more than 40 schools in the West Alabama area.
Dr. Cain and his wife, Jill, have four children: Sarah, Virginia, Edward and George. He participates in wildlife habitat management and enjoys golf, hunting, fishing and other outdoor recreational activities with his family.
Comeback Stories
-
Learn More"After overcoming 4 torn ACLs during my middle and high school years, I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to continue my academic and athletic career at Tuskegee University."
Martha Hurt | Troy, AL
-
Learn More
One day during basketball practice, I took an awkward step on the court and felt a pain and sensation in my hip. I remember thinking to myself, "that step didn't feel right."
Reagan Riley | Mountain Brook, AL
-
Learn More
I was unsure if I could walk again, let alone play sports. I couldn’t put any weight on my foot for a month and had to trust the process to slowly regain mobility and strength. Thanks to Dr. Norman Waldrop, his staff, and physical therapists, what was supposed to be a year-long recovery, was only eight months. I am thankful to Dr. Waldrop, who stepped up in a high-pressure emergency and got me back healthy and to competing quickly and safely.
Ashton Domingue | Birmingham, AL
-
Learn More
One day, during a gym workout session, I was doing overhead shoulder presses when I felt a burning sensation in my shoulders. I knew it did not feel right, so I took time off from the gym and did the RICE method for two weeks, hoping it would heal independently.
Summer Moses | Lincoln, AL
-
Learn More
While refereeing a high school basketball scrimmage in October of 2022, I felt a pop in my right knee. I had never experienced knee problems before and so I hoped there was nothing wrong. Waking up the next morning, my knee was very swollen, and the pain continued to get worse. I knew something needed to be done in order for me to continue refereeing basketball and working during the upcoming football season.
Doug Simpson | Hillcrest, AL
Media Center
At the conclusion of 2023, Dr. James Andrews will be retiring following a storied career that spanned six decades.
- American Sports Medicine Institute (ASMI) - Board of Directors & Fellowship Director
- American Baseball Foundation (ABF) - Board of Directors
