When you experience a sport injury, don’t wait to see what is going on beneath the surface. While a simple sprain may seem like something that isn’tabigdeal, this isn’talways thecase.Aphysical therapistcan look at a sport injury and begin to identify if there are any additional injuries at stake that may need to be addressed. Here is a quick breakdown of the three most common sports injuries: • Sprains. A sprain occurs when the connective tissue that meets at the end point of two bones is stretched too far or even torn. The most common way to experience a sprain is by falling, and many peopleexperiencesprains to theirknees,ankles,wristsandelbows. It is also possible to sprain the neck, back or shoulder, and these sprains occasionally require further treatment. • Strains. Similar to sprains, and often misidentified as a strain, this happenswhenamuscleor tendon is twisted, tornor pulled. Strains happen as a result of overstretching, so are not typically the result of a fall or tackle, but instead can happen during your stretching routine. Sometimes strains manifest as muscle spasms. Working with a physical therapist can help you to learn healthy strategies for stretching so that you can avoid strains. The Long & Short of Sports Injuries
• Shin Splints. Another incredibly common sports injury, this type of injury specifically develops in the shins. Shin splints cause pain along the large bone that lines the front of the lower leg. They are most common in runners but can develop in any athlete who has to run. The reason shin splints tend to develop is poor preparation, and so working with a physical therapist can help you to prevent shin splints with proper training techniques. Another incredibly common type of sports injury is knee injuries. Basedon informationfrom theU.S.DepartmentofHealthandHuman Services,knee injuriesare themostcommon typeof injury thatpeople experience — and this is especially true among athletes. The biggest problemwithknee injuries is that theyaredifficult to treat,and typically require you to stay off of your knee for an extended period of time as the joint heals. Staying off of your knee is difficult, especially if you plan on returning to your sport. The best way to reduce how long a knee injury will affect you and strengthen your knee to prevent future injuries is by working with a physical therapist.
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