Barnhart, MO Sports Therapy
Physical activity is an essential part of your life. Whether it’s through playing ball with friends from work, practicing catch with your youngest child, going for a morning jog, competing for scholarships and recruitment, or are a professional athlete by trade, you love to move. When you’re an athlete, sustaining any bodily injury is difficult. It’s important for any kind of injury or surgery to seek a safe, complete recovery that prepares you to get back to the physical activities you love. Thus, you need the professional treatment and guidance of a sports therapist.
Axes Physical Therapy is commited to providing all of your sports therapy needs in Barnhart, MO. The team at Axes Physical Therapy is the leader in Barnhart, MO sports therapy and sports injury rehabilitation. Our physical therapy and athletic training team is ready to get you back in the game. As our patient, we will work closely with you to build a treatment plan that helps you acheive your primary objective of getting back to your physical lifestyle. Combined with your active participation in your treatment plan, your sports therapist will guide, educate, and develop a treatment plan that will return you to the active lifestyle you value. To begin your return to optimal strength, health, and recovery, schedule your first Barnhart, MO sports therapy appointment today or get more information about what we do by sending us a message or requesting an appointment now.
What is Sports Therapy?
Sports therapy is a physical therapy sub-speciality built around the objective of preventing injuries, acheiving optimal athletic performance, and rehabilitation athletes following an acute or chronic injury. A sports therapist works closely with the athlete to return the patient to their peak performance level to return safely to their sport. Patients in Barnhart, MO a sports therapy program typically do so after experiencing an acute injury, after receiving surgery, or when addressing overuse injuries that make it difficult or painful to participate in their usual activities.
Sports therapy aims to optimize movement, improve athletic performance, and recover from injury, and does so by applying the studies of sport and exercise science. It is practiced and administered by sports therapists who apply their knowledge, skills, and abilities in evidence-based therapeutic practices to treat athletes. These professionals have specialized their careers in treating athletes, both amateur and professional, and are experts in musculoskeletal rehabilitation. Sports therapy places a focus on rehabilitation, treatment, prevention, and education.
Receiving Barnhart, MO Sports Therapy
When you enter a Barnhart, MO sports therapy program, your certified sports therapist will:
- Review, in depth, your medical history and investigate your goals for recovery
- Assess and diagnose any injuries
- Discuss and consult with you and your physician to develop a personalized treatment plan
- Prescribe and implement an effective rehabilitation program
- Educate you in on-going strategies for pain reduction, injury prevention, chronic injury management, and performace optimization
- Administer appropriate hands-on mobilization therapies
- Make recommendations to help you maintain your ideal fitness level
- Refer you to additional medical specialists, when appropriate
Your sports therapy program will be personalized – singular to your own unique personal needs and goals as an athlete. You will work very closely with one of our highly-regarded sports therapists, who will play the roles of physical therapist, performance coach, advisor, and occasional drill sergeant. You and your therapist will work as a team to craft your sports therapy program using a combination of specialized treatments, exercises, and movements to help you properly heal after an injury, quickly return you to your preferred performance level, and fully prepare you for the mental challenge of returning to the competitive atmosphere of sports.
Some treatment techniques you may receive in Barnhart, MO sports therapy include:
- Soft tissue mobilization
- Myofascial release
- Deep tissue and sports massages
- Kinesio taping
- Muscle energy techniques
- Spinal and joint mobilizations
- Trigger point release
- Electrotherapy
- Dry needling
- Blood flow restriction training
- Hydrotherapy
- Ultrasound therapy
Our experienced top-level sports therapists and support team are familiar with your specific needs and challenges as an athlete in recovery. Whether you are a professional athlete, a student member of an elite sports team, a recreational athlete, or someone who enjoys a daily morning jog or other physical activity, we are familiar with the impact an injury can have on your life. The struggle of physical pain, discomfort, and restricted mobility is also incredibly psychologically painful, and is compounded by the mental and emotional turmoil that a naturally active, driven individual grapples with when suffering an injury. It is natural to experience such feelings as frustration with the limiting nature of your injury and fear, doubt, or anxiety about returning to your previous ability level. With the support of a good sports therapist a positive, fun, supportive healing environment, you can conquer these psychological challenges and overcome any obstacle you face, both physical and mental.
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Who Can Benefit From Sports Therapy?
While sports therapy is often administered in a competitive sports setting, but that is not always the case. Anyone who desires to remain physically active and injury-free or seeks to safely recover from an injury or surgery can and should receive sports therapy in Barnhart, MO. It will prepare you for a strong, safe, and quick return to the sports or physical activities that are so important to you.
We treat Barnhart, MO sports therapy patients for many different reasons. The most common sports-related injuries, according to the National Institute of Health are:
- Sprains and strains
- Knee injuries
- Swollen muscles
- Sort tissue injuries
- Achilles tendon injuries
- Shin splints and shin pain
- Rotator cuff injuries
- Broken bones (simple and compound fractures)
- Joint dislocations
There is always a risk of injuries like those listed above when one engages in physical activity. However, the risk is more significant for someone who is not in good physical shape or anyone who participates in physical activity without simple precautions. You can reduce the risk of injury by adequately preparing before playing. Adequate preparation includes a proper active warm-up and ongoing and regular strength and flexibility training. Additionally, using the proper technique and appropriate safety equipment for any sport reduces the chances of serious injury. Even the world’s top athletes are prone to injury when they push themselves too far, playing without the proper rest or before allowing their current injuries the necessary recovery time.
Despite all precautions, injuries happen even in the most careful situations. When this happens, reacting to the injury correctly is key in reducing the impact of the injury and managing its effect. It’s important to know what to do immediately after an acute injury. Usually, the best thing to do is to stop playing. Do not try to play through it, even if you believe the injury to be minor. For many kinds of injuries, the first step in treatment is the RICE method, which stands for rest, ice, compression, and elevation. It will alleviate pain, minimize swelling, and speed up the healing process. Above all, make sure you consider the most appropriate medical treatment to help you manage your condition. After you become injured, receive medical care right away and contact Axes Physical Therapy to begin sports therapy.
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We know that you value your active lifestyle, and returning to the sports you love is one of your top concerns after you’ve been injured or have had to undergo surgery. Sports therapy is the solution for complete rehabilitation and a complete and lasting recovery. When you work with Axes for your Barnhart, MO sports therapy needs, we will ensure that you heal according to research-based timelines specific to your injury and that you receive the proven interventions, and we are committed to working with you to prevent further injury. Let us share our extensive knowledge and years of experience with you to help you get back to the physical activity you love. As a locally owned and operated physical therapy practice, we center our practice on the needs of our patients and clients. You will receive individualized care from sports therapists who know what it means to be an athlete. Don’t believe us? Check out our five-star Google reviews from previous patients.
For an active individual who has been injured or recently received surgery, time is of the essence. For a swift and successful recovery, begin Barnhart, MO sports therapy as soon as you can. For more information on our sports therapy program and other services, contact us online, visit our locations page for the office nearest you, or select your area from the list below.
