Sports Specific Rehabilitation
Sports injuries are a common challenge for athletes and active individuals, but they don’t have to sideline you for long. Whether it’s a muscle strain, ligament sprain, or other soft tissue injuries, OrthoPrime Physical Therapy (PT) offers a comprehensive, multimodal treatment approach that can reduce pain, promote healing, and restore strength and function, helping you return to your sport or activity faster and safer.
Physical therapists use various techniques to manage pain, including ice and heat therapy, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation (e.g., TENS).
Restoring normal joint and muscle range of motion is crucial in preventing stiffness and ensuring proper movement during rehabilitation. Stretching, mobilizations, and soft tissue techniques (e.g., myofascial release) are used to improve flexibility and movement.
Strengthening the muscles around an injured joint or area is essential for restoring function and stability. Progressive resistance exercises, eccentric strengthening, and isometric exercises are commonly used to rebuild muscle strength and endurance.
Proprioception (the body’s awareness of its position in space) is essential for injury prevention and optimal performance. Physical therapy often includes balance drills and neuromuscular re-education to help patients regain control over their movement patterns.
Sport-specific training prepares the athlete to return to their sport or activity safely. This includes drills and exercises that mimic the demands of the sport, such as plyometrics, agility drills, and movement patterns that are tailored to the individual’s needs.
Physical therapists educate athletes about how to prevent re-injury through proper warm-up and cool-down routines, stretching, and biomechanical adjustments. Addressing factors such as training load, rest, and footwear can help prevent future injuries.
