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Sports Medicine Services
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a competitive athlete, sports medicine is here to help you stay injury-free and recover quickly if you do get hurt. At Ultra Comprehensive Physical Therapy & Occupational Therapy, Dr. Pooja Vashi, DPT, and our skilled team provide sports medicine services tailored for individuals of all ages and fitness levels.
We’re here to help you prevent injuries, recover from them, or get ready for your next big sports event. If you’ve experienced an exercise-related injury or want to learn how sports medicine can enhance your performance, we’re just a phone call away.
What is sports medicine?
Sports medicine is a medical specialty that focuses on preventing and treating exercise-related conditions.
The skilled providers at Ultra Comprehensive Physical Therapy & Occupational Therapy design customized treatment plans that support training and recovery, treat injuries and overuse syndromes, and help you make nutritional and lifestyle choices that keep your body healthy so you can enjoy exercise or athletics now and for years to come.
What Are Sports Injuries?
Sports injuries happen when you’re training, competing, or exercising. As your body is under more stress during physical activity than it is during normal daily tasks, the risk of exercise-related injuries increases. Repeating certain movements during training can also lead to both acute and chronic sports injuries. .
Acute Sports Injuries:
Acute sports injuries strike unexpectedly, often leading to sudden and intense pain. Some common examples include:
- Sprains
- Strains
- Muscle and ligament tears
- Fractures
Symptoms of an acute sports injury include sudden and intense pain, swelling, and difficulty moving or putting weight on the injured area.
Chronic Sports Injuries :
On the other hand, chronic sports injuries develop over time due to repetitive motions or poor body mechanics. These injuries often worsen with continued activity. Some examples include:
- Tennis elbow
- Tendonitis
- Shin splints
- Osteoarthritis
- Stress fractures
- Knee or shoulder instability
- Rotator cuff injuries
Symptoms of chronic injuries often include pain and swelling that get worse with activity and improve with rest. Over time, chronic injuries can limit your mobility and flexibility.
How Can Physical Therapy Help?
Whether you’re dealing with acute sports injuries or chronic sports injuries, physical therapy is key to recovery. At Ultra Comprehensive Physical Therapy & Occupational Therapy, we offer physical therapy for athletes of all levels. Our customized treatment plans are designed to meet your unique recovery goals.
We focus on pain management, helping you regain your full range-of-motion recovery, and improving strength and flexibility to prevent future injuries. Whether you’re recovering from a rotator cuff injury, running injury, or any other athletic injury, we’re here to help you get back to your best.
If you’re in need of athletic injury rehabilitation, our team is also proud to serve the physical therapy Union City and PT Jersey City areas, offering expert care close to home.
What is Involved in Sports Medicine?
Whether you’re a casual exerciser or a professional athlete, sports medicine can help you reach your goals safely, while also supporting your recovery from any exercise-related injuries.
If you’ve experienced a sports injury or want to improve your performance and reduce the risk of future injuries, schedule a sports medicine evaluation at Ultra Comprehensive Physical Therapy & Occupational Therapy. You can call us today or book an appointment online for a thorough evaluation.
How We Can Help You
At Ultra Comprehensive Physical Therapy & Occupational Therapy, our experts will perform a complete evaluation to understand your unique needs. Whether you’re recovering from an injury or preparing for a big event, we’ll assess what therapies are best suited to keep you in top form and prevent injuries.
If you’ve suffered an exercise-related injury, we’ll conduct an injury assessment to create a personalized treatment plan that focuses on helping you heal, regain full range-of-motion, and return to your activities with confidence.
Your Personalized Sports Medicine Plan May Include:
- Physical Therapy to restore strength and mobility
- Occupational Therapy to help you perform daily activities safely
- Massage Therapy to Relieve Tension and Accelerate Healing
- Manual Therapy to Enhance Flexibility and Alleviate Discomfort
- Pain Management to help control discomfort during recovery
Our goal is to help you stay active and injury-free, whether you’re recovering or preparing for your next physical challenge.
Book your appointment today and start your journey to safer exercise and better performance!
