Sports Injury Therapy
Downtown office
26 Broadway, Suite 931,
NY 10004
Monday – Friday
08:00 AM – 07:00 PM
NY 10004
Monday – Friday
08:00 AM – 07:00 PM
Midtown office
274 Madison Ave, Suite 1001,
NY 10016
Monday – Friday
08:00 AM – 07:00 PM
NY 10016
Monday – Friday
08:00 AM – 07:00 PM
Downtown office
Midtown office
274 Madison Ave, Suite 1001,
NY 10016
Monday – Friday
08:00 AM – 07:00 PM
Sports Injury Therapy
We provide Individualized Physical Therapy services
For many of us, physical activity like exercise or engaging in sports has become part of everyday lives and has many proven health benefits. It improves our immune system, reduces heart disease, diabetes, helps to maintain a healthy weight, increases stamina and can even help support mental health problems. Exercising or participating in sports is good to maintain a healthy physique. Excessive workouts or performing in sports without proper training or warmup can put you at risk of injury. Although sports injuries refer to injuries occurring during sports or exercises, it is generally used to refer injuries in the musculoskeletal system.
Role of Physical Therapy in Sports Injuries
Depending upon the type of injury, the treatment also varies. After getting injured, getting back on track is important for regaining your healthy lifestyle.
Physical therapy is the most reliable treatment known for sports injuries and rehabilitation. Treatment for Injuries to muscles, tendons, ligaments, strains, sprains and result in reduced pain and faster healing. Early intervention is key. If you are experiencing a major injury such as a bone fracture or injuries that require a surgery, it is essential that you take help from an orthopaedic surgeon. Even after surgery, getting back to normal life will be enhanced with the direction from an experienced Physical Therapist.
Physical therapists at optimumrehab Physical Therapy in New York City are specialized in Sports Injury Rehabilitation and Treatment. The expert Physical Therapists at optimumrehab customize treatment programs for different types of sports injuries that meet the current health and needs of each patient and use different modalities to increase strength, restore structural balance and regain mobility. The treatment program is tailored to meet the patient’s post-recovery goals. Even if you have more serious injuries affecting ligaments and tendons, the orthopedic rehabilitation team in optimumrehab Physical Therapy will help you get back to optimal function.
Don’t be side-lined by injury, contact us today for Physical Therapy treatment for Sports Injury and get back to the sport you love.
Common Sports Injuries
The most frequent type of sports injuries is strains, sprains, bruises while more serious injuries can be broken bones and torn cartilages. Here are few common injuries that occur while participating in sports activities.
- Strains
- Sprains
- Contusions
- Fractures
- Dislocation
- Knee Injuries
How to Prevent the Risk of Sports Injuries
Always be mindful of proper training practices. By taking the necessary precautions, you can help prevent the risk of injuries.
Select an activity that is appropriate for your current level of fitness. Begin slowly. Ensure you warm up first and then warm down with stretches afterward to reduce the risk of injury. Here are some of the tips to reduce the risk of sports injuries:
- Warm up before any sports activity. It will make your muscles more flexible.
- Learn the proper way of playing the sport you are participating in.
- Start slow and gradually increase the intensity of the sport. Don’t rush or force yourselves into a sport that has just been picked up.
- Always wear protective and well-fitting equipment for each sport including footwear.
- Ensure that you have a well-balanced diet to nourish your body.
- Take in adequate fluid before, during and after the sports activity to prevent injuries from dehydration.
- Take breaks in between practice or playing sports.
- Cooling down after exercising or participating in any sports activity is as important as warming up.
- Rest well to avoid injuries due to fatigue.
Treatment for Sports Injuries
If you get injured, the main aim should be to control the bodies inflammatory response. The first course of action is to reduce swelling, pain and blood flow. This can best be remembered with the acronym, RICE.
Rest – Rest is particularly important at this stage in order not to worsen the injury and to prevent further damage. Stop the activity right away!
Ice – Apply a cold pack or bag of ice to the injured area as soon as possible until the swelling is gone. Ensure you don’t apply ice directly to the skin.
Compression – Bandage the injury firmly but not so tightly to reduce swelling.
Elevation – Elevate the injured part of your body at heart level or above to prevent additional swelling and pain.
Still, following this method will work for minor injuries and not major ones. So, if you don’t feel well, consult a professional. In the case of sports injuries, consulting a physical therapist would always be the better choice.
Don’t be side-lined by injury, contact us today for Physical Therapy treatment for Sports Injury and get back to the sport you love.