If you’re an athlete, or even just a very active person, you know that your physical activity comes with the risk of injury. And although sports injuries are common, they don’t have to permanently take you out of the game. You can heal relatively quickly through physical therapy, all while managing your pain and continuing to exercise your body. Read on to learn more about how physical therapy can help you heal from a sports injury.
Physical Therapy for Mild to Severe Injuries
Whether you’ve sprained your ankle jogging or tore a ligament in a nasty fall, physical therapy can help you heal. Many people think physical therapy is just for severe injuries like broken bones. But physical therapy is helpful for even minor injuries–even a pulled muscle! When you begin physical therapy, your treatment will be customized to your specific injury and needs. It will include a combination of stretches, exercises, and techniques – all geared to strengthen your muscles and ligaments and help you heal. Consistent physical therapy can also help support the surrounding muscles, helping to prevent further injury once you heal. Patients that participate in physical therapy have much faster recovery times than those that don’t. Which means you’ll be able to get back to doing the things you love faster.
Physical Therapy for Pain Management
Pain stemming from a sports injury and the rehab process needs to be treated appropriately. Attempting to heal and manage the pain on your own is not the most effective way to fully recover. Let a professional physical therapist guide you through the healing process and help you manage your pain in the best way possible.
Ready to start physical therapy for your sports injury? Have questions about what your physical therapy may entail? Give Activity First a call! We can answer your questions and get you on track to healing!