Description

Sports injury rehabilitation or ‘rehab’ is a structured programmed designed by physiotherapists for people who have sustained a sporting injury. Depending on the type of injury you have sustained, your programmed will include a number of parts which may include strengthening exercises, mobilizing, pain relief techniques and functional skills. Sports injury rehabilitation help Your rehabilitation programme designed by our dedicated musculoskeletal team will improve your recovery in the following ways: Breaking down scar tissue and promote the healing of tissues Stretching muscles and ligaments to increase range of movement Relieve any muscle spasm or stiffness Builds up weakened muscles to regain full function Increasing lubrication and nutrition of injured and unaffected joints What is a sports injury? Sports injuries are injuries to the musculoskeletal system (muscles, bones and related tissues) during sports and physical activities. Sports medicine is the study of sports injuries to prevent them and reduce their severity. Causes of sports injuries These may be injuries that occur due to collisions with other athletes, the ground, and objects. Excessive use and repetitive stress on limbs and joints Improper training, Insufficient exercise, and Insufficient warm-up and stretch before the competition Inappropriate sports equipment or sports gear during sports activities. How to prevent sports injuries? Try to keep your feet flat when stretching; perform appropriate warm-up and stretching exercises before running or other strenuous exercises. Do not overuse your limbs, relax after strenuous exercises, such as walking for five minutes after running, wear well-fitting shoes.