Considering PT? Get Started Today! Navigating the road to recovery and returning to the sports activities you love can be tricky. Fortunately, our seasoned physical therapists are here to guide you every step of the way. With years of experience working with athletes, we’ve been instrumental in rehabilitating individuals post-injury, helping them avoid surgery and ensuring a smooth transition back to the sports they love. Whether you’re on the brink of surgery or hoping to prevent it, our therapists will create a program specifically tailored to your unique needs. Reach out to our clinic to learn more!
For example, your physical therapist will start with pain management and restoring mobility to the injured area. Next, we will focus on progressing your strength and dynamic stability exercises to restore function and prevent injuries. We will also incorporate balance and coordination exercises to stimulate the nervous system and help ensure you can run, jump, and cut to change direction, land in the correct position, and avoid future injuries. The team at Physical Therapy of Melissa will provide the foundation for successful training while reducing future injuries and avoiding surgery!
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The Role of Sports Physical Therapy
Athletes often push their bodies to the limit to achieve their goals. This intense ef- fort, or an unfortunate ac- cident, can sometimes lead to injuries. Fortunately, with
• Fractures: These involve breaks in the bones from a single, forceful incident or stress fractures (caused by repetitive stress).
Our physical therapists can guide you through preventive strategies to reduce your risk of sports injuries and promote
the right information and approach, many of these injuries can be avoided or effectively managed through physical therapy. Common Sports Injuries First, let’s discuss some of the most frequently encountered sports injuries. One of the main reasons for these injuries includes deceleration incidents, which put immense strain on muscles and ligaments, and sudden changes in direction, which can cause lower body sprains and strains. In addition, inadequate or improper training methods, including insufficient warm-up and improper technique, elevate the risk of injuries. Overuse injuries (i.e., repetitive stress) frequently occur without proper rest, leading to complications such as tendonitis. The top sports injuries are: • Ankle Sprains: Ankle sprains are common in sports involving running and jumping when the ligaments surrounding the ankle are stretched or torn. • Knee Injuries: Athletes are prone to knee injuries, which can involve damage to ligaments, cartilage, or other structures within the knee joint. • Shoulder Injuries: These encompass a range of issues, including rotator cuff tears and dislocations, often seen in sports that involve overhead motions like swimming or baseball.
a safer athletic environment. Seek the Right Guidance
Physical therapy plays a significant role in helping athletes avoid surgeries and return to their optimal performance levels. Here’s how: • Personalized Plans: Our therapists design individualized plans that focus on strengthening the muscles and improving mobility to help prevent future injuries. • Education and Training: Our therapists educate athletes on the proper techniques, including tips on body mechanics, posture, movement patterns, and preventive measures to avoid injuries. • Functional Restoration: Physical therapy focuses on restoring the function of injured areas, enabling athletes to return to their sport with a minimized risk of re-injury or need for surgery. By working closely with our skilled physical therapists, athletes can return to their favorite sports and sidestep any potential surgeries! Call Physical Therapy of Melissa to schedule a consultation with one of our sports therapists!
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