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Welcome to Physio in Sport
We are a team of Chartered Physiotherapists and sports massage therapists dedicated to providing a high standard of patient care for the assesment and treatment of sports injuries and back or neck pain.
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy is the treatment of a wide range of conditions and injuries to the body through the use of various forms of passive mobilisation, massage, electrotherapy and exercise.
Chartered Physiotherapists undergo four years of intensive training culminating in a degree in physiotherapy, following which they may to choose to specialise in certain areas.
Further to this, our physiotherapists have undertaken post-graduate qualifications in manipulative or sports physiotherapy or biomechanics.
Manipulative therapy is used for joint injuries such as a sprained ankle or a painful back. The hands of the physiotherapist are used to mobilise (gently move) or manipulate (stronger movement) stiff or painful joints.
Muscle imbalance re-education an assessment of muscle imbalance is undertaken followed by a program of exercises specific to the patient aimed at full recovery and prevention of further injuries.
All parts of the body, including knees, back, neck, wrists and elbows can be treated in this way.
Sports physiotherapy
Whatever the sport and whether injuries be sprains , strains or bruising , a quicker and more thorough recovery will be made if treated early.
Physiotherapy will speed up the rate of recovery by reducing swelling and preventing joint stiffness.
Early treatment will also help minimise tissue damage and provide for a quicker return to active sport.
Training advice for sporting challenges. If you are going on a sporting holiday or preparing for a physically demanding activity, then consult a physiotherapist to help prepare you and reduce the risk of injury.
Back and neck injuries
If you suffer from a neck or back injury as a result of any of the following :
- Whiplash
- Disc problems
- Poor posture
- Bending
- Lifting
- Stress
- Headaches
then oe of our physiotherapists can provide a full assessment and provide appropriate treatment.
Spinal conditions in particular need to be treated promptly if long term disability and prolonged treatment are to be prevented.
Postural low back pain can be the start of more significant back problems such as disc problems. Long hours at a computer with poor sitting posture can contribute to lower back pain.
Depending on diagnosis, treatment may be administered through a combination of :
- Mobilisation and manipulation techniques
- Electrotherapy
- Exercise
- Postural advice
- Core stablising exercises
Massage
Massage is used by sports people to prevent and alleviate soft tissue injuries such as sprains, strains and postural problems. However, muscle tightness, strains and pains can happen to anyone so don't feel you have to be an athlete to benefit from this form of massage.
A sports massage stretches and mobilised muscles and helps to drain toxins and metabolic waste.This allows the body to begin releasing tension.
If you are suffering from chronic aches and pains, muscle stiffness or fatigued muscles, then give sports massage a try. It might be just what your body needs!
Podiatry
A Sports Podiatrist can determine via biomechanical assessment and specific testing whether your leg alignment and leg stability is normal and is sufficient for performing in your particular sport.
When should I be assessed by a sports podiatrist?
- Injury. If you have repeated lower limb injuries, it is likely to be caused by a mechanical problem or imbalance in the body. To relieve the symptoms, the cause of the imbalance must be determined and treated accordingly.
- Performance enhancement. For the recreational or elite level athlete who wants to avoid injury and maximise performance.
A Sports Podiatrist will often work closely with a sports physiotherapist as many leg and foot problems are secondary to problems in the lower back and pelvis.
The most common sports podiatry injuries are: Shin splints, achilles tendinitis, knee cap pain (runners knee), calf strain, plantar fasciitis/foot arch pain.
Service Categories
Acupuncture, Physiotherapy, Sports Injury Therapy
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