Sports Injuries and Rehab
“Osteopathy is a safe and effective way to treat sports injuries such as ankle sprains, groin pulls, hamstring strains, and more. By addressing the surrounding muscles, joints, and other structures, Osteo provides a holistic approach to recovery.”
- Dr. Alan Galbraith
Sports Injuries
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Achilles Tendonitis
Osteopathic treatment can include light massage techniques, direct muscle lengthening, joint mobilization and dry needling.
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Rotator Cuff Injuries
Treatment can include deep tissue massage and joint mobilization to improve range of motion, and joint manipulation to restore movement.
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Groin Pulls
Treatment of a groin pull usually involves manual muscle stretching and deep tissue manipulation to reduce tension and inflammation.
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Ankle Sprains
Osteopathic treatment of ankle sprains can include mobilization and manipulation of the joints, direct muscle lengthening and taping for stabilization.
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Back Pain
Treatment of back pain can include manual manipulation to address joint restrictions, realignment of the spine, and soft tissue manipulation to release trigger points.
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Tennis Elbow
Osteopathic treatment of tennis elbow can include mobilization and manipulation of the joint, manual stretching, and taping for stabilization.
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Muscle Tears
Osteopathy use techniques such as deep tissue massage, stretching, and manipulation. They help mobilize soft tissue and release tension, to reduce pain and inflammation.
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Plantar Fasciitis
Osteopathic treatment of plantar fasciitis can include foot mobilization, soft tissue massage, hot and cold therapies, and stretching and strengthening exercises.
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Hamstring Injury
Osteopathic techniques can reduce strain on the affected muscles, improve flexibility, and promote blood flow to the muscles.
“Osteopathy helps to ensure that athletes can return to their peak performance level and conquer their injury more quickly”
- Dr. Sarah Johnson
The Benefits of Osteopathic Treatment for Athletes
Osteopathic treatments can help athletes maximize their performance by reducing pain and increasing athletic performance.
The Local Osteo can help by relieving muscle tension, joint pain, reducing inflammation, improving flexibility and range of motion, and restoring proper muscle balance and posture.
Improved Recovery Time
Osteopathic treatments can help athletes recover faster from injuries or sports tensions. These treatments can reduce pain, swelling, inflammation, and stiffness, as well as help facilitate a proper muscular balance that helps speed up the healing process.
Improved Flexibility
Your Osteo will work to increase joint flexibility and range of motion, helping athletes maximize their performance. This can help reduce muscle tension, which results in better postural alignment, improved joint mobility, and increased muscle strength.
Reduced Risk of Injury
Regular Osteo sessions can help reduce the risk of sports injuries, such as joint strain and muscle tears, by maintaining proper balance and coordination of muscle groups. Osteopathic treatments can also work to reduce pain associated with longer periods of physical activity, which can help improve an athlete’s endurance and performance.
Improved Mental and Emotional Health
Osteopathic treatments can also work to reduce stress and anxiety, which can be major contributors to poor athletic performance. These treatments help reduce tension, allowing athletes to better cope with physical and psychological demands, and improve their overall well-being.
Improved Performance:
Osteopathic treatments can help improve an athlete’s overall performance and reduce fatigue by providing athletes with the tools they need to stay healthy. This can reduce pain and fatigue associated with overexertion, allowing athletes to train more efficiently and give their best performance.