Sports injuries aren’t limited to athletes. While the term typically refers to injuries during exercise or sports, they can affect anyone who is physically active, whether you’re a machine operator with tennis elbow, a painter with a shoulder strain, or a gardener dealing with tendonitis.
Whether the injury is acute (like a sprain or dislocation) or chronic (such as repetitive stress injuries), early diagnosis and structured rehab are key. Explore common sports injuries and how physical therapy supports recovery.
Sports injuries vary in severity and cause. The following are some of the most common in active individuals.
Healing from chronic or acute sports injury takes more than just rest. Whether recovering from a sprain, tendinitis, or rotator cuff injuries, understanding common sports injuries and how physical therapy supports recovery is key to a safe and effective rehabilitation process.
Therapists use modalities such as ice/heat therapy, ultrasound, or electrical stimulation to reduce pain and control swelling during the early recovery process.
Through guided stretching exercises and strengthening, physical therapy restores joint range of motion and prevents muscle atrophy that often follows injury-related inactivity.
Balance exercises retrain the body’s sense of stability, which is crucial for ankle, knee, and core muscle injuries. They also reduce the risk of reinjury and enhance athletic performance.
Our physical therapists evaluate how your body moves and retrain you in correct biomechanics to avoid the compensations that often lead to chronic injury.
A structured return-to-play treatment plan gradually increases intensity and sport relevance, ensuring the athlete returns to full performance without compromising safety.
At Better Care Chiropractic & Physical Therapy, we combine personalized treatment plans, modern techniques, and a patient-first approach so you can start moving better.
Our rehab approach is structured yet flexible, tailored to each patient’s injury, sport, and goals. Here’s what your healing process will look like.
Understanding common sports injuries and how physical therapy supports recovery empowers you to take control of your healing, prevent sports injuries, and get back to doing what you love.
Physical therapy does more than heal injuries—it helps you come back stronger, more balanced, and better prepared to stay active. It also teaches you to manage pain effectively and avoid setbacks while playing sports.
Don’t ignore lingering aches or movement limitations. Schedule an appointment with Better Care Chiropractic & Physical Therapy today and take the first step toward healing!