Sports Therapy
Although athletics and general running done by most avid runners are great for the overall wellbeing, sometimes they get injuries in their practices and competitions. This is where you need quick sports therapy done so as you can continue with your activities.
Sometimes the sports injury is complex calling for qualified physical therapists to handle it. At such a point, you need Fusion Physical Therapy to make sure you are back to your sports again.
Our certified physical therapists are dedicated to minimize your discomfort, maximize your performance, and get you back into the game.
What is Sports Therapy?
It is a branch of physical therapy/medicine which focuses on the injuries that are associated with sports especially athletics. Some of the parts of the body that are vulnerable to sport injuries are legs, hands, knees, fingers, and their joints.
Common sports injuries can be handled easily by general practitioners but severe or chronic injuries require trained physical therapists. At Fusion Physical Therapy, we are well stocked with such specialists to ensure your full physical potential is restored. So what causes sports injuries?
Causes of Sports Injuries
By analyzing the cause and the nature of the sports injury, our physical therapists determine the treatment method to use for your wellbeing. Fortunately, we have the equipment and expertise needed to effectively deal with injuries. Most of the sports injuries are caused when:
- Jumping
- Running
- Swimming
- Lifting heavy weights
- Jogging
- Falling like in rugby
Common Sports Injuries
The joints and ligaments are the common spots likely to be injured and may cause a lot of pain that needs a specialist to diagnose. The following injuries are common:
- Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) damage
- Knee injuries
- Concussions
- Achilles tendon tears
- Severe and simple fractures
Another condition that has become popular is osteoarthritis caused by low calcium in the body and prolonged & repeated physical activities like running in a marathon.
How We Help You
At Fusion Physical Therapy, our expert physical therapists work closely with you so as to come up with a treatment plan that eliminates any discomfort and facilitates your recovery. They use hydrotherapy and other treatment techniques to ensure you are pain-free. They also educate you on the exercises to do and not to do to avoid sports injuries. Contact us today and your appointment will be scheduled immediately.