Sports injuries can be a significant setback for athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike. These injuries can range from minor sprains and strains to more severe ones requiring medical attention. However, with the right approach to treatment and rehabilitation, athletes can overcome these injuries and return to their favorite activities. Sports injury physical therapy is often recommended as part of the treatment plan for sports injuries because it helps athletes regain their strength, flexibility, and range of motion.
By working with a qualified sports medicine physician, athletes can receive individualized treatment plans tailored to their specific needs, ensuring they fully recover and return to doing what they love.
What is Sports Injury Physical Therapy?
Sports injury physical therapy is a specialized form of rehabilitation aimed at helping athletes recover from injuries sustained during sports or exercise. It focuses on regaining strength, mobility, and range of motion after an injury, ultimately facilitating a quick and safe return to sports or exercise routines. This therapy employs a combination of exercises, stretches, and other techniques tailored to each athlete’s injury.
Common Sports Conditions Treated by Sports Medicine Include:
- Acute injuries (sprains, strains, shoulder dislocations)
- Overuse injuries or chronic conditions (tendonitis/tendinosis, arthritis, plantar fasciitis)
- Concussion
- Exercise prescription (safe conditioning and strength training programs)
- Injury prevention
What to Consider Before Choosing a Sports Medicine Provider
Expertise and Qualifications: Look for a provider with experienced professionals, including sports medicine physicians, physical therapists, and athletic trainers.
Customized Treatment Plans: Since each individual and injury is unique, personalized treatment plans are crucial.
Range of Services: Choose a provider offering comprehensive services, such as injury prevention, diagnostics, and rehabilitation.
Convenient Location and Scheduling: Accessibility and flexibility are essential when recovering from a sports injury.
Communication: Ensure you feel comfortable communicating with the provider, as a good rapport is vital for successful treatment.
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The Avid Sports Medicine Difference
Avid Sports Medicine’s approach to sports injury physical therapy focuses on creating a supportive and personalized experience for each patient. Here’s how we work:
- Schedule your free phone consultation: Speak directly with Dr. Jow, our sports medicine physician, during this call. We can discuss your issue and determine if Avid fits you best. If an in-person visit is recommended, we will schedule it right away.
- In-person appointment: Our new patient visits are 60 minutes long, allowing you to share your story and goals. We will review your medical history, lifestyle, habits, and perform a detailed exam. If helpful, a diagnostic ultrasound may be included at no extra charge.
- Start your recovery: We will build a recovery program with you during the visit so that you can begin ASAP. Our Athletic Trainer can often initiate therapeutic exercises and manual therapy on the same day.
Our services include:
- Diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound
- Ultrasound-guided procedures
- Regenerative medicine
- Injection therapy: steroids, hyaluronic acid, platelet-rich plasma (PRP)
- Shock wave therapy (Extracorporal Pulse Activation Technology)
- Joint or cyst drainage
- Trigger point, Dry-needling
- Medication prescription
- Bracing
- Pre-participation physicals
Choose Avid Sports Medicine for Your Recovery
When it comes to sports injury physical therapy, choosing the right provider is critical to your recovery. Avid Sports Medicine offers a unique, personalized approach, ensuring you receive the best care for your needs. Schedule a free consultation today, and let us help you get back on track and achieve your athletic goals.