Sports Injuries near Newington, 2127

Causes of Sports Injuries

Sports injuries can happen during sports or exercise and are often caused by overuse, direct impact, or excessive force. The causes of sports injuries can vary from contact during games to overloading in training. Regardless of their origin, sports injuries may impact sporting participation in terms of training and playing, as well as cause discomfort in everyday life.

Physiotherapists are well-versed in diagnosing sports injuries, and their treatment aims to facilitate a speedy rehabilitation and get you back 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.

Once your diagnosis has been established, your physiotherapist will explain the treatment plan and the process of returning to sport. Typically, this involves an initial rest period followed by a gradual reintroduction to activity using rehabilitative exercises. Physiotherapists also collaborate with coaches and other medical professionals to ensure your recovery is carefully guided, not rushed, and customised to meet 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.