Being as active as possible and getting regular exercise is, undeniably, excellent for your health, but it does also increase your risk of sustaining a sports injury of some kind, so it’s important to know how best to prevent these and what to do if the worst does happen.
Here are some of the more frequently asked questions about sports injuries and what you can do if you find yourself affected. If you need any further help or advice, get in touch with the Clear Physio team today.
1. What are the most common sports injuries?
Common sports injuries to be aware of include runner’s knee, plantar fasciitis, ankle sprains, rotator cuff injuries, tennis elbow, groin pulls, ACL tears, tendonitis, cartilage tears and stress fractures.
2. What are the symptoms of sports injuries?
Look out for sudden pain and inflammation if you suspect that you’ve injured yourself, as well as loss of mobility and strength in joints and muscles.
3. How do you treat sports injuries?
Follow the RICE principle for minor injuries: Rest, ice, compression and elevation. If your symptoms don’t improve, it’s always advisable to seek medical advice.
4. What are major risk factors for sports injuries?
When exercising, make sure you maintain proper form and good technique to prevent injuries. Warming up and warming down can also prove beneficial, as can making sure that you use the right equipment for the activity in question.
5. Can physio help with sports injuries?
Physiotherapy can be very effective at resolving sports injuries, helping to reduce pain and inflammation, restore mobility, strength and range of motion, and helping to prevent similar injuries from happening again in the future.
If you’d like to find out more about the benefits of physio, whether you’ve injured yourself or otherwise, give us a call today to book a consultation.
