Sports injuries are very common in all sports not just in contact sports like hockey and football. These injuries can be caused due to several reasons, including trauma or injury, overuse or neglect of the muscles, ligaments or bones.
Some of the most common in sport injuries are ankle sprain, strain, tennis elbow, knee injuries, fractures, dislocation, Achilles tendon, tarsal tunnel syndrome and herniated discs.
Sports rehabilitation or sports physiotherapy is a treatment modality recommended for treatment of sports injuries. This rehab program is advised to people who are unable to resume their sports activities or normal activities following a sports injury or following a surgery.
Physical therapy plays a pivotal role in quick recovery.
Physical therapists are an integral part of the multidisciplinary team that comprises of physical therapists, massage therapists, athletic trainers, surgeons and orthopedic physicians.
The Goals of Physical Therapy in Houston, TX are to:
- reduce pain,
- promote recovery,
- improve range of motion, and
- prevent recurrent damage to the affected part.
Absolute Physical Therapy and Fitness in Houston TX is a comprehensive sports rehab center that has skilled resources that can help in rehabilitating orthopedic injuries sustained by athletes.
Physical therapy in Houston, TX comprises of exercises that will help regain the strength and motion of the muscles in injured site. It includes stretching and bending exercises to improve flexibility of the affected part, and stability exercises to improve the mobility or range of motion of the affected part.
The therapists at Absolute Physical Therapy and Fitness in Houston TX also using various modalities that can help in treating the injury. These include RICE, massage, TENS and appropriate gear.
We strive to provide the highest quality rehab services so that the individual can return back to the highest functional level available.
We have a team of trained and certified physical therapists at Absolute Physical Therapy and Fitness that work collaboratively with other specialists to provide the best possible care.
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