Our physiotherapists help prepare athletes to return to play after an injury, while reducing the risk of re-injury and improving performance. Specific treatments will vary dependent on the injury and level of activity the athlete is working towards. Some of the benefits of physiotherapy for sports injury include:
- Decreased inflammation
- Relief of muscle spasms
- Improved tissue healing
- Increased balance and coordination
- Personalized exercises prescription to improve mobility and strength
- Targeted sport-specific exercises to return to pre-injury function
- Preparation to avoid recurrent injuries
For any athlete facing an injury, the ultimate goal is to return them to their sport as quickly as possible. At Prince George Physiotherapy, we can help bridge the gap from initial injury to return to play, as well as reducing chances of re-injury.
Our physiotherapists at Prince George Physiotherapy have experience in treating all levels of athletes. In the past, we have treated and rehabilitated athletes from minor league and weekend warriors to professional and even Olympic level athletes.
At Prince George Physiotherapy, we will complete a comprehensive assessment, looking not only at the injury at hand, but also taking into consideration, the underlying cause of the injury and the given sports demands. Sport Injury rehabilitation treats a variety of conditions including:
- Acute sports injuries
- Sprains and strains
- Post-operative injuries
- ACL reconstruction
- Rotator cuff injuries
- Meniscus tears
- Chronic musculoskeletal injuries
- Tendinopathies and bursitis
