4 Reasons Physical Therapy for Athletes Works

Athletes tend to hide or push through their discomforts and pains due to fear that they will no longer be able to play their sport. Or, even worse, they may put off an inevitable surgery. However, there are alternative, non-invasive options for athletes. Physical therapy and chiropractic care are two methods of pain-relief that require consistency and trust in your doctor.

Let’s take a more in-depth look at 4 reasons physical therapy for athletes works.

1. Improves Performance and Range of Motion

Athletes are continually putting their bodies through extreme stress and intense activities, resulting in joint stiffness or pain. When these discomforts occur, it can severely decrease the joint’s range of motion. Imagine a soccer player not being able to extend for a kick, or a football player’s arm shortening their throw.

By receiving consistent physical care, an athlete can improve their performance by 6.12 percent. Boosting speed, flexibility, range of motion, and balance will help contribute to becoming a better athlete. With some help, any athlete can train harder. 

2. Strengthens Muscles and Increases Stability

When a player is in pain or suffering from a minor injury, their muscles will weaken and experience an overall decrease in endurance. Often, an athlete will overdo it when trying to get back into training again. The aid of a physical therapist will be able to support them through modified or alternative exercises to keep muscles healthy.

Over time, any athlete will be able to build up their strength, reach their peak, and excel past their prior performance.

3. Treats and Prevents Injuries

Often, an injury can be treated through non-invasive methods, such as physical therapy or chiropractic care. What’s more, consistent care will be able to prevent future harm for two main reasons. First, by regularly using muscles and joints, they will be less likely to suffer from stiffness and other discomforts. Second, a trained eye will continuously be analyzing the body for any anomalies or cause for concern.

4. Shortens Recovery Period

Receiving regular treatment can help to reduce recovery periods if a more significant injury occurs. Here are some other methods a professional may use to speed up the healing process.

• Massage, stretching, and range of motion exercises
• Break down scar tissue with designated tools
• Release deep muscle tension with dry needling
• Release tension near the surface with electrical muscle stimulation
  

How AllCure Can Help You

At AllCure, we know none of our patients are the same. So, we provide every patient with a curated treatment plan. Our integrated approach utilizing both physical therapy and chiropractic care allows us to offer better methods and results to our patients. Contact us today to discover how you can benefit from physical therapy as an athlete!