Sports therapy is a growing field, encompassing a wide range of different forms of physical therapy related to treating and preventing sports injuries. Physical therapists require certification to practice, but there isn't currently a uniform...
Costochondritis is chest pain caused by inflammation or tearing of the cartilage that attaches the ribs to the breast bone. This type of chest pain is most common in children and young adults, ages 10 to 35. The sharp pain can also be felt in the...
Balanced health and sports therapy serve the purpose of improving your overall level of functioning while preparing and guiding you towards taking charge of your health by combining disciplines such as physical therapy, massage, acupuncture and...
Sports medicine initially focused on treating sports injuries and then expanded to include injury prevention as well. More recently, it has branched out into prescribing sports as a health intervention. Involvement in sports may help children...
Arthritis is a chronic condition that causes pain and swelling in the joints, making movement difficult. The condition often occurs among older people because of degeneration of the cartilage in the joints, although some people develop arthritis...
According to the Sports Physical Therapy Section, a sports physical therapist is a professional who emphasizes "prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and performance-enhancement" of exercisers and athletes. Sports physical therapy is...
The most common injury for athletes is a pulled muscle. This injury can affect any muscle in the body, according to the Sports Injury Handbook. Muscle injuries occur from a fall, from fatigue or overuse and can affect anyone, no matter how much...
As an athlete, you can derive significant health and performance benefits from receiving regular sports massage therapy. Sports massage therapy is a form of massage therapy that helps athletes recover from or avoid sports-related injuries, and...
Excel Sports and Physical Therapy is a clinic with eight locations throughout Missouri. The clinic's physical therapists and athletic trainers combine physical therapy services with overall health education and sport-specific conditioning....
Sports massage integrates several different styles of massage therapy and aims to enhance athletic performance. The massage therapist varies techniques according to the demands of the athlete's body at different stages of training and competition....
Near-infrared LED light offers athletes noninvasive treatment for soft tissue injuries, providing recovery and pain relief. NASA conducted research throughout the 2000s indicating that the red light stimulated energy production within cells,...
Nerves from the spine emanate throughout the body. While practicing and playing sports, individuals may alter the alignment of the spine, leading to health complications. Inversion therapy involves lying upside down on a full-length table to...
Physical therapists help people recover from injuries and return, free of pain, to their functional daily activities. Therapists working with professional and recreational athletes have a more challenging task. They help athletes heal their...
Massage therapists are involved in sports medicine to treat muscle injuries before and after competitions, to prepare athletes for play and to assist in athlete rehab programs. Massage therapists who are trained in specific sports-related injuries...
Sports training--also known as athletic training--and physical therapy work together to help athletes recover from an injury as quickly as possible while ensuring that the injury does not re-occur. Although the practices are similar, each has its...
Sports and remedial massage therapy takes the principles of massage that have been practiced since ancient times and combines them with modern medical knowledge. Despite the name, sports and remedial massage therapy is an appropriate treatment for...
Professional massage and bodywork combines physiological, therapeutic and psychological components. Choosing a type of massage therapy depends on what you expect to achieve from a massage, such as relaxation, pain relief, better athletic...
Constantly cramming your feet into uncomfortable shoes, working them without rest and ignoring their cries for help can cause problems down the road. Neglecting your feet can lead to painful foot problems that may make walking more difficult. If...
A sports therapist is a licensed practitioner who treats injured athletes with muscular complaints that affect the back, mobility, posture and more. An injured athlete can go to a sports therapist to restore full-performance ability. Sports...
According to Austin Sports Therapy, the active release technique, or ART, was developed by chiropractor Dr. P. Michael Leahy to work on a variety of muscle, tendon, ligament, fascia and nerve issues. According to the Austin Sports Therapy, ART...
Even after RICE therapy (rest, ice, compression, elevation) is applied, knee problems may persist and need the attention of an orthopedic surgeon. Treatment may involve surgery and physical therapy. Whatever course of action your doctor and...
Hip, knee and ankle pain can all originate from weakness in the hip joint. Weakness and dysfunction in the hip area can also contribute to injuries in the hips and ankles due to the excess strain placed on these joints. Physical therapy exercises...
The shoulder joint is one of the most mobile joints in the entire body, according to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. However, this also makes it vulnerable to injury, including dislocation. Many people suffer from a condition called...
Elliptical machines are used by many individuals for cardio workouts and compare with treadmills and stair climbers for energy expenditure. Unfortunately, knee pain may interfere with your choice of exercise equipment. Certain conditions may not...
Cycling is an aerobic exercise that fully engages your legs for pedaling. Leg pain from cycling can be the result of a lack of strength in your muscles, improper form while pedaling, soreness due to a buildup of lactic acid in your muscles or...
Although Kinesio tape is often used to provide support, stability or rehabilitation to athletes, people also may use it for relief from painful bunions. Individuals with bunions should learn how to appropriately apply this tape to get the most...
Shin splints occur when the muscles of the lower leg become overloaded and pull on the bones they are attached to. The root cause is usually either overuse, impact, poor mechanics or a combination of the three. Runners frequently suffer from shin...
Range of motion plays a role in a woman's health. Poor range of motion can attribute to more aches and pains, ligament tears and muscle strains. Factors such as age and weight contribute to how much range of motion a woman possesses....
The benefits of massage in bodybuilding may increase your competitiveness by enhancing your performance and helping you reach your physical potential. The effects of hard training and injuries can impair your bodybuilding development. Massage can...
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