Sports Injury Ranken, MO. A sports injury can happen when you are playing a competitive sport, training, working out, playing recreationally or participating in other types of physical activity. You don’t have to be a professional athlete to experience a sports injury. In truth, most sports injuries happen to non-professional athletes. When you are injured in a sports or athletic-related event, our Ranken, MO sports therapists can help you recover. Axes Physical Therapy has a network of physical and occupational therapists treating sports injuries at any of our fourteen locally owned and operated facilities. If you are injured while being physically active, our team can treat your sports injury and safely return you to the activities you enjoy. Discover the Ranken, MO sports injury treatment location most convenient for you, learn more about Axes and what makes us the leader in sports injury treatment in the Ranken, MO area or contact us now to schedule an evaluation of your sports injury with a qualified physical or occupational therapist today.

Common Types of Sports Injury

Sports injuries vary greatly in terms of seriousness, needed treatment and impact on the body and ability to remain active. Our Ranken, MO physical and occupational therapists specialize in treating all forms of sports injuries. With decades of experience, extensive clinical training and education and specialization in various areas of sports injury treatment, you are in able hands when you trust your sports injury treatment to the Ranken, MO physical therapists of Axes Physical Therapy. We will lead you through your recuperation and ensure that you will be back to the sports and activities you enjoy quickly.

As skillful sports therapists serving all of Ranken, MO, there are few sports injuries we have not seen or successfully treated. Listed below are some of the some of the sports injuries we see the most of.

• Sprains – A sprain happens when a ligament is torn or overstretched.
• Strains – When a muscle or tendon is torn or overstretched, you have a strain, which are sometimes mistaken for a sprain. Both are common sports injuries.
• Tendonitis/Tendonosis – When a tendon suffers from overuse, it can cause inflammation and become sore, limiting activity. Long term or chronic inflammation of a tendon can lead to degradation and breakdown of the tendon tissue, causing tendonitis.
• Swollen joints or tissue – Inflammation is a common consequence of many sports injuries and can cause soreness and weakness.
• Broken bones – Fractures are caused by overuse or trauma caused by an outside force, and can include stress fractures or a broken bone.
• Dislocations – A sports injury can force a bone out of its socket, dislocating it.
• Knee injuries – The knee is an important but potentially at-risk joint that can suffer from a variety of different sports injuries resulting in torn ligaments, cartilage injuries, muscle strains, and broken bones.
• Rotator cuff injuries – The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that impedes shoulder dislocations while still allowing your shoulder to move in all directions. For the rotator cuff, the highest sports injury risks come from impingement and/or rotator cuff tear.
• Achilles tendon injuries – The Achilles tendon is an extremely strong and flexible tendon which connects your calf to your heel. Tendonitis and ruptures are common Achilles tendon injuries in active individuals.
• Shin splints – Shin splints are a sports injury that is most common in runners and basketball players. The muscles and tendons around the shin become swollen, causing soreness.

Our sports injury treatment team can help you recover from your sports injury. As an expert in motion and movement disorders, your Ranken, MO sports therapist will employ their experience and expertise toward your recovery. Utilizing evidence-based practices, we will implement a tailored treatment plan that will let you safely rehabilitate from your sports injury and restore your strength and movement so that you can get back to the activities you love while safeguarding against future injury.

If you suffer a sports injury, Axes Physical Therapy will work with you to get you back to excellent physical health and restore you to your highest performance level. Work with a qualified Ranken, MO physical therapist to heal from your sports injury today.

Sports Injury Risk Factors

Anyone. That is why it is key to take care of our bodies both on and off the field and to take the needed precautions while participating in sports or training. Remember to warm up before physical activity and do not overexert yourself, particularly if you haven’t been active. And if you do suffer a sports injury, get in touch with the Ranken, MO sports therapy team at Axes Physical Therapy right away. We will guide you in you in your rehabilitation and get you back to the activities you love as soon as possible.

You have an increased risk of a sports injury if you:

• Play after an extended period of inactivity or poor level of fitness
• Neglect to stretch or warm up before playing
• Play a contact sport with an inherently higher risk of injury

Young children and older adults are also at a higher risk of experiencing a sports injury. As someone who enjoys being active and who has loved ones that are in increased danger of a sports injury, whether they are strapping on cleats for the first time or getting active again by tearing up the recreation center’s pickleball court, review the basic recommendations for sports injury prevention to help keep yourself and your Ranken, MO family safe from severe sports injuries. If you or a loved one suffers a sports injury while participating in a sport, trust in the skilled Ranken, MO sports therapists of Axes Physical Therapy today for a complimentary injury screening or assessment of your injury.

Sports Injury Prevention

As an athlete or anybody who engages in physical activity, a sports injury can upset your whole routine and your daily life. As physical activity is such a important aspect of your health and wellness, sports injury physical therapists espouse the viewpoint that we all are safer with the proper sports injury prevention knowledge. Learn more about sports injury prevention by speaking to one of our Ranken, MO physical therapists and minimize the risk of a sports injury by doing the following:

• Warm up

  Stiff muscles are at a higher risk of tearing, while warmed up muscles are more flexible. As your muscles warm up, the flexibility allows them to absorb impacts more easily and shield themselves better against jarring, sudden motions that can otherwise cause injury.

• Use proper technique

  Sports injuries commonly take place when you try to participate in a sport without any experience or training. Any athlete requires a lot of practice to perfect the technical aspects of any sport, but be sure to learn the foundations of proper movement technique before playing a sport or activity. For example, knowing to bend your knees when you land from a jump can protect you from certain sports injuries to the ankle, knee, hip, and spine.

• Use the necessary equipment

  It is vital that you use suitable equipment while being active. The equipment should not only be right for the sport, but also be in good condition and safe to use. This includes the following:

  • Safety gear such as helmets, pads, or safety goggles
  • Clothing that fits you well and is designed for physical activity
  • Footwear that is suitable for the activity
• Play in a safe environment

  Other than using the appropriate gear to play the sport, it is crucial that the Ranken, MO setting where you are playing is safe. A sports injury can happen when the surface of the court is wet and slippery or the turf is muddy. Even if you are very careful, warming up and stretching adequately before activity, dangerous conditions where you play can lead to a serious sports injury.

• Stay hydrated

  Drinking sufficient water is a fundamental health practice that everyone should do. When participating in in physical activity, drink a lot of of water before, during, and after your workout. It is vital to constantly hydrate while you are being active and afterward to replace the water that you lost through perspiring.

  In addition to staying hydrated, practicing good nutrition also reduces your risk of a sports injury.

As an athlete, one of your first concerns should be eating a balanced diet of nutrient-rich foods and consuming the right number of calories. Even with precautionary measures and practicing good judgement when playing a sport or physical activity, from time to time an injury is unavoidable. We cannot always control the world around us, and injuries are going to happen. If you suffer a severe sports injury or notice pain from an overuse injury, contact Axes’ Ranken, MO sports therapists right away. We will perform an injury screening to understand the extent and severity of your condition and put together a personalized treatment plan to get you back to health as soon as possible.

Therapy for Your Sports Injury: Axes Physical Therapy

As an athlete, we know that living with an injury that prohibits you from physical activity is more than frustrating. In order to be able to get back to optimal performance, mobility and strength you are used to, you must receive the right sports injury care. When you suffer a sports injury, the skilled Ranken, MO sports therapists of Axes Physical Therapy will work closely with you to implement an individualized treatment plan that will get you back on the court, in the gym or on your morning Ranken, MO jog route as soon as possible.

Axes’ team of specialized Ranken, MO sports therapists will successfully guide you in your recuperation from your sports injury. When managing a sports injury, it is important to get proper care from a skilled professional straight away. When you have been injured while playing sports, contact Axes Physical Therapy right away. Our Ranken, MO sports therapy team is ready to help get you back to full strength and get you back to playing the sports you love. Learn more about our sports injury treatment services by selecting the Ranken, MO location nearest you.