Sports Injuries
Message From Dr. Jacqualynn Gordon & Dr. Joanna Rochelle, Owners & Founders Of Onyx Physical Therapy & Wellness
It is tempting to dismiss a sports injury and attempt to push through the discomfort, but it is critical to get medical attention.
Or it’s easy to become disappointed and feel “stuck,” wondering if you’ll ever be able to engage in sports or stay active as you used to…
If you’re going through this, you’re not alone; we go through it all the time. In reality, whether it’s summer or winter, we visit patients at Onyx’s physiotherapy clinic.
When physicians and medical experts encourage individuals to “rest” after an accident, we believe it’s ludicrous. We feel that this is causing additional injury and increasing your chances of future injuries. This is due to the fact that rest causes our muscles to weaken and atrophy! That is why so many individuals suffering from sports injuries wonder:
“It’s Been Months – Why Am I STILL Suffering From An Injury That Prevents Me From Being Active And Playing My Favorite Sport?”
Many people mistakenly assume that a few days of rest would heal their sports injury and allow them to resume their regular workout program. However, when they try to continue exercising, they frequently find themselves in far greater agony than before. When the individual rests, there is usually little to no discomfort; nevertheless, when they resume exercising, the pain returns and does not appear to lessen no matter how long they rest.
Does It Describe You?
In our clinic, we frequently meet people who go to the doctor and are told to relax and “try these pain medicines” to “see how it works.” Then, four weeks later, because the ailment hasn’t improved, they return to the same doctor and are given MORE rest and ANOTHER prescription for even stronger drugs.
Rest isn’t always the greatest treatment when it comes to sports injuries. So, if you’ve ever been irritated after chatting with many persons and receiving contradictory information, know that you’re not alone. Because they might have similar symptoms, it’s easy to confuse a back injury with a hip condition.
Sports injuries are frequently misdiagnosed since the pain is coming from somewhere other than the place that needs to be addressed. Resting over an extended period of time can lead other portions of the body to become weak and vulnerable to harm.
Unfortunately, the uncertainty surrounding “resting” sometimes leads to even greater procrastination and avoidance of decisions that may aid in the healing of an injury and return to normal exercise. Worse, many people simply accept that they are no longer active, as if it is normal or unavoidable.
Is That How You Feel as Well?
If You’re Currently Frustrated and Living With a Sports Injury, Here Are Seven Additional Reasons Why It May Be Lasting Longer Than It Should:
- You went to the doctor, who advised you to rest, wear a brace, and take pain relievers - butYou expected it to go away on its own, but it didn't.
- the pills did nothing to help, and as soon as they wore off, you were back in agony.
- You were informed by a family member or a friend that everyone becomes more prone to sports injuries as they age, so you just accepted it.
- You have previously sought assistance from other Healthcare Professionals or a Physiotherapist, but nothing they said or did appeared to help.
- You've tried heating pads, ice, and sports braces, but they've done nothing to alleviate your discomfort or allow you to return to activity with ease.
- You thought resting would be a good idea because you were in a lot of pain, but it still annoys you on a regular basis.
- You decided to get a few "sports massages" in the hopes that they would relieve your pain, but all they did was make you feel a little 'painful' or'relaxing,' and did nothing to help your injury in the long run.
If you’ve been involved in any of these incidents, we’d like to welcome you to schedule a call with one of our physical therapists to understand what we can do to help you. You’re already one step closer to finding the solution because you’ve done any or all of these things!
If you want to obtain some serious guidance over the phone, use the link below to arrange a call with us. The phone call is free, and there is no need to make meetings with us following the conversation. Our objective is to assist you in making the best decision about what to do next.
So, here are four things you can do:
- First and foremost, you must decide whether or not to seek assistance - Many people put off dealing with their difficulties for so long, believing that the suffering would ultimately "go away with time." They're still dealing with it six months later, and nothing has changed. Alternatively, it might develop worse and they'll stop participating in sports or activities entirely.
- Next, perform the RIGHT exercises - The physical therapist will explain the exercises in detail and demonstrate how to perform them correctly. One of the finest things you can do to speed up your recovery and avoid injuries is to complete the appropriate sequence of advanced exercises - the right exercises supplied by a PT help reduce discomfort while fast allowing you to move freely again.
- Avoid "too much rest" - While relaxation is necessary for healing, too much rest will not help you recover quicker. Many people assume that absolute inactivity is required for recovery. Rest hinders blood circulation, which is required for an injury to heal. Your body need suitable rehabilitation and strengthening activities, as well as hands-on treatment, to get you back into activity and healthy as soon as possible.
- Participate in "hands-on" Physical Therapy - Sports injury patients have been shown to benefit from therapeutic massage. In actuality, we help clients rehabilitate from sports injuries all year round at Onyx Physical Therapy & Wellness. If your condition stops you from participating in sports or being active, if it interferes with your employment or limits your independence by limiting the amount of time you can spend with family and friends, Physical Therapy may be able to help you return to a normal life as soon as possible.
If you’d like to learn more about how the Physical Therapy experts at Onyx Physical Therapy & Wellness clinic can help you get back to doing what you love as soon as possible and safely, we welcome you to start with a fully free, no-obligation, risk-free session at one of our locations.
Note: We provide this free Total Body Diagnostic session to anyone who are scared or suspicious about Physical Therapy, unsure of its advantages or if it is suited for them. If this describes you, please begin with a Free Total Body Diagnostic session so that we can work with you to determine what is wrong and what can be done – with no financial risk to you.
So, Your Next Question Probably Be..
“How Can Choosing Onyx Physical Therapy & Wellness To See A Physical Therapist Help You Get Rid Of Your Sports Injury Forever?”
- We can swiftly relieve pain and stiffness - frequently in only a few sessions.
- We can help you figure out what's wrong and get to the bottom of your injury once and for all - frequently within 20 minutes.
- Pain can deplete your energy and prevent you from participating in your favorite sport or activity - we can help you enjoy life with more energy each day and return to doing what you love safely.
- We will guarantee that your condition is correctly "fixed" and "healed," and we will offer you with the ideal set of exercises to hasten your recovery.
- We can assist you in ending your need on painkillers, which are plainly detrimental to your long-term health.
- We can help you avoid risky surgery as well as uncomfortable injections.
- We can assist you avoid going to the doctor's office and being instructed to "relax."
- We can assist you in regaining the valuable time with family and friends that your injury has stolen away from you.
- We can assist you in finally being able to walk and move freely without fear of the pain worsening and stopping you in your tracks.
Onyx Physical Therapy & Wellness’ professional physical therapists can help you manage or eliminate sports injuries so you may return to your favorite leisure activities.
If you want to know how much it costs and what availability we have, please click the button below and fill out the short form:
What Other People Just Like You Are Saying About Onyx Physical Therapy & Wellness In Encinitas.
- Adam H.
- Morgan M.
Onyx PT is one of a kind physical therapy. Jacqualynn is the best at what she does and has created a beautiful and functional space to help her clients. She is extremely knowledgable of the human body, professional and easy to get along with. You can tell right away that she cares about her patients and wants to see you heal your body. She goes above and beyond in each session to really work with you are at and sets you up to succeed.
I have really been enjoying my session with her and look forward to continuing to work with her in the future. I highly recommend Onyx PT – working with Jacqualynn is something you will not regret.
