Sports injuries

Sports injuries can affect anyone participating in sport. From the weekend warrior to the elite athlete. Injuries are not fun and if not treated correctly can lead to a lot of lost playing time and at worst may re-occur regularly. Early intervention and rehabilitation is vitally important to ensure a prompt return to playing.

Sports injuries can come in various forms. From sprains which can affect the ligaments and occur at joints such as the ankle to strains which occur in the muscles such as the hamstrings. Injuries can also occur due to trauma and overuse and by doing too much too soon.

I  provide an evidence based approach to treatment and rehabilitation. This ensures that you will receive the most up to date methods of therapy and rehabilitation. 

For the first visit, there will be a detailed history taking. This is to understand what is going on and if there was an underlying condition that may have caused the injury. Following this there will be a thorough assessment of both the injured area and surrounding structures. Treatment will be based on the findings and will use any appropriate techniques.

This depends on the severity of the injury and how well  it responds to the treatment. One of the most important aspects of the treatment is the rehabilitation process. Following the rehab plan will enable you to return to sport when ready and reduce the risk of re-occurrence. 

To come in for an assessment and treatment of any sports injuries use the link below to arrange an appointment