Sports Injuries

Get off the bench and back in the game.

Whether you are a professional athlete or a weekend warrior, a sports injury can interrupt the activities that matter to you. Comprehensive Physical Therapy helps active people in Metairie and Mandeville, LA recover with a plan tailored to their needs and goals.

Have sports injuries taken you out of the game?

Did participating in physical activity or sport injure you? If you have sustained a sprain, strain, broken bone, or another injury while participating in sports or physical activity, seeing a physical therapist as soon as possible can help.

Our team can assist with both treatment and prevention of sports injuries. After thoroughly assessing your physical condition, your physical therapist will prescribe a tailored treatment plan designed to help you reach your goals.

We recognize how important your sport is to you. Sitting on the sidelines due to pain can be frustrating, which is why we place emphasis on your performance, recovery, and comfort.

Common Sports Injuries We Treat

Sports injuries can affect how you move, train, and compete. Our physical therapists help address the pain and movement limitations associated with common athletic injuries.

Knee Injuries

The knee is one of the body’s most complex joints and one of the most commonly injured. Problems can range from aches and pains running from the hip to the knee to more serious concerns such as an ACL rupture.

Strains or “Pulled Muscles”

A strain occurs when the tendon connecting muscle to bone is stretched beyond its breaking point. After being overstretched, the tendon may be more likely to be strained again.

Shin Splints

Shin splints are pain caused by tension on the shinbone and underlying connective tissue. Appropriate footwear, warming up before exercise, and stretching can help with prevention.

Sprains

A sprain occurs when a ligament connecting one bone to another is overstretched. Proper rehabilitation can help address a sprain and reduce the risk of recurring problems.

How Physical Therapy Treats Sports Injuries

Our physical therapists are experts in physical movement and optimal function. Your care plan may include manual therapy, stretching to improve balance and mobility, and strengthening exercises to improve range of motion and reduce scar tissue.

Manual Therapy

Hands-on care may be part of a personalized plan to help address pain and restore movement after a sports injury.

Therapeutic Exercise

Strengthening and mobility exercises are selected around your condition and goals to support your recovery and return to activity.

Dry Needling

Dry needling is one of the evidence-based treatments offered at Comprehensive Physical Therapy for aches and pains that can limit activity.

Your Next Steps

  1. Request an appointment.
  2. Receive a custom treatment plan.
  3. Work hard and progress in your recovery.
  4. Recover and enjoy life pain-free.

Get started with Comprehensive Physical Therapy in Metairie or Mandeville, LA and work toward getting back to your favorite sport.