Athletics are an important part of many people’s lives. Whether you engage in sports casually or are pursuing elite levels, injuries can take a huge mental and physical toll. It is important to quickly engage in high-quality sports therapy to minimize the time between injury and recovery and get back to your original skill level as soon as possible. For residents of New Jersey, there is nobody better to turn to than Twin Boro Physical Therapy.
Twin Boro Physical Therapy has been offering the latest in evidence-based rehabilitation methods since 1980. We offer 51 convenient locations across 16 counties, so you are never far from high-quality care. Our experts are dedicated to keeping up with the latest science and ensure that our patients are being offered the best recovery methods available.
We have been voted the best physical therapy practice in New Jersey, and it is because of our continued dedication to patient care, advanced rehabilitation science, and making physical therapy accessible to all who need it that we have earned this title.
Why is Sports Therapy Important?
Sports physical therapy is important because injuries from athletics can lead to serious and prolonged health problems when not treated properly. For athletes hoping to engage in sports and physical activity throughout their life, treating pain and injuries early is crucial for physical longevity.
What are the Causes of Sports Injuries?
Sports injuries can happen for a broad range of reasons. One of the most common reasons for sports injuries is not being in the physical shape that the particular level of activity demands. This can happen at all levels. For example, an elite athlete who does not quite have the endurance for the full length of their competitive session can lose full coordination and start performing movements with poor form. If there are jumps, sharp turns, or heavy lifting involved, this can become an especially injury-prone area.
For those that live more sedentary lives, starting a new sport without working up to the activity slowly can lead to injury. It is important to build the muscles and flexibility needed to safely perform the activity, and our physical therapists can help you avoid this in the future (or first place!). Certain areas of the body are also especially prone to injury.
What Parts of the Body are Especially Prone to Injury?
The joints and ligaments in the leg are most likely to be injured, especially the knees. The knees are made up of a complex network of bones and soft tissues, and when torqued wrong or subject to impact they can easily be damaged. It is for this reason that tearing the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the most common sports injuries, especially for sports involving physical contact.
Outside of the legs, concussions, Achilles tendon tears, and overuse injuries are all common in sports. If you are involved in a sport that requires prolonged impact activity, such as marathon running, osteoarthritis is common.
Ready to Begin?
Sports therapy can help athletes of all ages and abilities recover from and prevent injuries. If you live or work in New Jersey, look no further than Twin Boro Physical Therapy to get started today. We can be reached by calling 1-866-407-2144 or by visiting our website.
