Getting hurt is part of playing sport. Coming back too early, or never rebuilding the strength you lost, is what turns one injury into a repeating one. We treat the injury and then test you against the demands of your sport before you go back.
What does sports injuries feel like?
- A sudden pull or pain during sprinting, cutting or jumping
- Pain that builds the longer you train
- Loss of speed, power or confidence on one side
- Swelling or bruising after a game
- Tightness that never quite goes away
What usually causes it?
- Sudden spikes in training load
- Returning from a previous injury before you were ready
- Strength imbalances between sides
- Not enough recovery between sessions
How can physical therapy help?
- A diagnosis and timeline you can plan your season around
- Hands-on care and dry needling to speed early recovery
- Sport-specific strength, speed and agility work
- Objective return-to-sport testing
- Load planning to lower the risk of re-injury
When should I get it checked?
The sooner the better. Early care shortens time away from sport, and we can help you keep training safely while you heal.
See a doctor right away if you notice
- Any head injury with confusion, vomiting or worsening headache (see a doctor the same day)
- A visible deformity or suspected fracture
- Unable to bear weight after an injury
Questions about sports injuries
Do you work with school and club athletes?
Yes. We see youth, high school, college and adult recreational athletes, and we are happy to talk with coaches and athletic trainers.
How do I know I am ready to return?
We use strength, hop and agility tests compared side to side, plus how you feel, so the decision is not a guess.