Sports Injuries near Melrose Park, 2114

Causes of Sports Injuries

Sports injuries happen during sports or exercise and are often caused by overuse, direct impact, or excessive force. The causes of sports injuries can range from contact during games to overloading in training. Regardless of how they occur, sports injuries may impact sporting participation in terms of training and playing and also cause discomfort in daily life.

Physiotherapists are experienced in diagnosing sports injuries, and their treatment aims to expedite your rehabilitation and support your return to functioning as soon as possible. Some of the common sports injuries we see at the clinic are:

• Concussion
• Hip Flexor Strain
• Groin Pull
• ACL Strain or Tear
• Patellofemoral Syndrome
• Knee Injuries
• Sciatica
• Shin Splints
• Golf or Tennis Elbow
• Shoulder Rotator Cuff Tears
• Achilles Tendonitis
• Running Injuries

Treatment for Sports Injuries

Your physiotherapist will perform a detailed and comprehensive assessment, analysing the events leading up to the injury, and the onset of the pain, as well as evaluating your overall musculoskeletal health. This allows physiotherapists the opportunity to identify the structural cause of pain and devise the specific course of action required. Additionally, physiotherapists aim to identify any potential weaknesses or movement disorders that may have contributed to the cause or are obstructing your healing process.

After determining your diagnosis, your physiotherapist will discuss the treatment plan and the steps to return to sport. Typically, an initial period of rest is followed by a gradual reintroduction to activity with some rehabilitative exercises. Physiotherapists also collaborate with coaches and other healthcare professionals to ensure your recovery is well-guided, not rushed, and tailored to your needs.

No-one should endure ongoing pain and inconvenience. Life is too short. Contact us now to make an appointment or call 02 9874 8410.