Common Sports Injuries and Tips to Prevent Them

Do you participate in any athletic activities regularly? Whether you go for runs on your own or play sports on a team, you might end up with injuries. Our physical therapists in Woodstown and Mullica Hill, NJ, provide treatment for sports injuries, including all of the following common types. Let’s take a closer look at what these are — and how to protect yourself from them!

Sprains and Strains

Pulling a muscle too far can give you muscle strain. Stretching ligaments too far can result in tears or sprains.

Joint Dislocations

Falling or getting tackled can put you at risk of dislocating your shoulder or another joint. This happens when the bone comes out of the socket.

Rotator Cuff Injuries

Movements that involve your shoulders, such as throwing a ball or swinging a tennis racket, can lead to tears or other injuries to your rotator cuff.

Knee Injuries

Twisting or making other movements can cause you to injure or tear ligaments and other soft tissue in your knees, such as the anterior cruciate ligament.

Tendinitis

Doing repetitive motions can lead to tennis elbow or other injuries that affect tendons in your joints.

Preventing Sports Injuries

How do you lower your risk of being hurt while playing sports?

• Do warm ups beforehand and cool downs afterwards
• Avoid straining your body or pushing it past its limit
• Wear protective gear as needed
• Work out regularly to maintain flexibility
• Go through sports rehab before returning to athletic activities

Find Treatment for Sports Injuries in Woodstown or Mullica Hill

Are you recovering from a sports injury? At Woodstown Physical Therapy, we can help you recover and get back to playing. Visit our physical therapists for sports injury treatment in Woodstown or Mullica Hill, NJ.