WHAT IS SPORTS PHYSIOTHERAPY?
Sports physiotherapy, or sports physio for short, is the specialised branch of physiotherapy which diagnoses, treats, and specifically addresses injuries related to athletics. A sports physiotherapist treats sports injuries and more. They also provide guidance and education on injury prevention, nutrition, and sports related health issues – all in an effort to improve athletic performance, physical function and overall wellbeing.
HOW IS SPORTS PHYSIOTHERAPY DIFFERENT TO EVERYDAY PHYSIOTHERAPY?
Injuries obtained in sport often do differ from everyday issues. There are significant demands placed upon an athlete’s body, injuries can occur around high-use areas or with sport related contact.
The repetitive nature of many sports means that specific structures are stressed on a continual basis. As such, certain injuries become common amongst athletes in the same sport. Examples of these include Throwers Elbow, Tennis Elbow, and ACL ruptures in sports with quick changes of direction.
WHAT DOES A SPORTS PHYSIOTHERAPIST DO?
A sports physiotherapist is a professional who deals with sporting injuries and offer spinal and sports physio care. A sports physiotherapist will use different treatment methods and strategies to best suit an athlete’s needs and performance goals.
Our sports physiotherapist can treat and manage athletes of all skill levels. Whether an Olympian or beginner, our sports physio Brisbane team is committed to helping you achieve maximum performance so you can get back to training as soon as possible. The role of physiotherapy in sports is to treat current injuries and prevent potential injuries. Our sports physiotherapy practice can treat injuries and get you back to your peak condition as soon as safely possible.
SPORTS PHYSIO BRISBANE ATHLETES TRUST
A Pivotal Motion sports physiotherapist will use their sport-specific knowledge to help address your deficiencies and improve your technique as an athlete. They can analyse and correct your biomechanics to aid recovery from and the prevention of sporting injuries. With industry specific knowledge a Pivotal Motion sports physiotherapist will guide your training and return to competition after an injury.
SPORTS PHYSIO BRISBANE TEAMS AND CLUBS DEPEND ON
At Pivotal Motion Physiotherapy, we provide a range of sports medicine services to our sponsored teams and clubs. One such service is providing sports training to a range of athletic events around Brisbane.
The Pivotal Motion Sports Trainers are highly motivated and qualified members of our practice. They can provide first aid services and help your team stay happy and healthy both on and off the field. Accredited with Sports Medicine Australia, our sports trainers help bridge the gap between coaches, physios, players, and parents to aid in immediate and long-term management of injuries. They can also assist in making sure players are competition ready. They always carry all the sprays, tapes, braces, and gadgets to provide full First Aid and injury management on game day.
SPORTS PHYSIOTHERAPY TREATMENT AND MANAGEMENT FOR TEAMS
At Pivotal Motion we offer comprehensive sports physiotherapy services that include treatment and management of our associated teams. A sports physio can travel on tour with teams to make sure they are ready for game day, recover from competition, and to treat any injuries. Our sports physio will provide excellent services to make sure that all members of the team are performing at their best.
Bobbie-Jo Strong, a sports physio & owner of Pivotal Motion, has worked closely with multiple successful sports teams in Brisbane. Over the years, she has worked with the Brisbane Bandit & QLD Pirates to maximise their performance which has led them to many championship wins. A good sports physiotherapist contributes to the success of a sports team.
SPORTS PHYSIOTHERAPY TREATMENTS
Working as your dedicated sports physiotherapist we use a range of different treatment strategies. Our treatments can include:
- Manual therapy such as massage and joint mobilisation
- Thermal treatment such as heat or cold therapy
- Exercise, flexibility, and mobility program
- Reloading strategies
- Biomechanical analysis and correction
- Strapping, taping, or bracing
A sports physiotherapist will also educate athletes on the cause and management of their injury, and how to minimise risk of re-injury.
THE IMPORTANCE OF EXERCISE & SPORTS PHYSIOTHERAPY FOR SPINAL RECOVERY
Exercise is a very important part of treatment for sports related issues. Our sports physiotherapist will provide exercises to aid in recovery and address any structural or muscular imbalances that may increase the risk of injury.
Our sports physio Brisbane team will also assist with any taping or bracing needs. Taping is common for ligament strains or ruptures. Some of the most regular taping is to prevent anterior instability of the shoulder (for shoulder dislocations) and support of injured acromioclavicular (AC) joints. Another important aspect of athlete management is ensuring that athletes have a solid foundation in strength and conditioning and healthy exercise habits to complement their involvement in sport. These aspects are best addressed from an early age, so our clinic offers comprehensive strength and conditioning classes for adolescents.
MARATHON HELP
Winter is the Australian season of marathons, half marathons, and triathlons. As many people use these events as an exercise goal to work towards, they are a regular topic of conversation and treatment within the clinic.
Our bodies are highly complex and can be quite fickle, and even small load changes can create health issues. As we look to progress our training, whether through increased distance, duration, or heightened intensity, it can cause pain and injury. Whether it is an ankle, knee, or hip, at Pivotal Motion Physiotherapy we will work with you to help manage any of your injuries. Our sports physiotherapy Brisbane team can aid in load management, preventing de-loading, and the education of safe training progression. We can also provide exercises which will help alleviate the symptoms of your injury.
For more information on our services for clubs and teams, check our associated sporting teams pages below:
- Queensland Pirates Volleyball
- Windsor Royals Baseball Club
- Gold Crest Cricket Club
- Brisbane Harps Gaelic Football team
- Newmarket Soccer Club
- Brisbane Bandits Australian Baseball League.
If you have pain or if you experience decreased function in your training, no matter your what your level of fitness or competitiveness is, make a booking online today with our sports physiotherapy Brisbane team, or call us on 07 3352 5116 to arrange a consultation with a physiotherapist. We will help get you back on track.
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