Sports Physiotherapy
Whether you are training for your next big run or struggling to take part in your weekly game of football with your friends here at the Performance Physio Clinic we have experts trained in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of sports injuries with experience of working in professional athletes we bring this knowledge to the Performance Physio Clinic giving you the best treatment available.
The team at Performance Physio has the experience to treat your injury and work with you through your rehabilitation process. Our aim is to return you to your chosen activities, stronger and more capable than before.
Sports injuries causes:
Sports injuries can happen as a result of:
• Not warming up properly before exercising
• Pushing too hard for your current level of fitness.
• Using inadequate equipment (e.g. running shoes).
• Structural abnormalities.
• Poor technique.
Types of Sport Injuries
Sports injuries can be acute or chronic. Acute sports injuries occur as a result of a sudden impact or awkward movement, e.g. a muscle tear or a sprained ankle. Chronic sports injuries develop over time, often due to continual use of the same joints or muscle groups or can occur due to bad technique or occasionally structural abnormalities, such as an inherited bone or muscle problem.
Fortunately, approximately 90% of all sports injuries do not require surgery.
How can physiotherapy help?
In the instance of an acute injury physiotherapy can help by speeding up the rate of recovery by reducing joint swelling and preventing joint stiffness. Early treatment will also help minimise tissue damage and provide for a quicker return to active sport.
Chronic injuries can be prevented and treated by identifying the causal factor. If getting fit for strenuous activities such as a marathon, triathlon our physio’s can help you prepare by coaching you thorough sports specific exercises.
We also believe that prevention is better than cure this can be achieved by recognising and highlighting the risk factors to injury. Following this we will design for you a bespoke exercise program specific to you and tailored to your individual needs.
Book your Sports Injury Consultation now to get you performing to your maximum.
