Sports Injury

Get back in the game and improve your performance

A sports injury can be painful and frustrating, limiting your ability to perform everyday activities or participate in your favorite sports. At Dr. Megan Mullin Physical Therapy, we offer individualized care and customized sports injury physical therapy plans to help you recover and get back to your active lifestyle.

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Learn more about Sports Injury

Sports injuries can occur due to a variety of reasons. Sometimes, they are an unavoidable risk of the sport. High-impact and contact sports often involve collisions with other players or objects, which can cause injury. 

Other times, sports injuries have preventable causes. These causes include improper training or warm-up routines, overuse of a particular body part or muscle group, poor equipment or playing surfaces, and inadequate protective gear. Some types of physical therapy can help prevent a sports injury rather than just treat it after it happens. For example, athletes may benefit from running gait analysis to improve their performance and lower their risk of injury. 

Other factors that may contribute to sports injuries include pre-existing medical conditions, such as arthritis or previous injuries, inadequate rest and recovery time between training or games, and lack of proper nutrition and hydration. 

Sports injury physical therapy can help athletes if they experience any pain or discomfort during or after sports activities. We specialize in treating a wide range of sports injuries, including:

  • Tendinitis
  • Bursitis
  • Fractures
  • Dislocations
  • Concussions
  • Rotator cuff injuries
  • ACL and MCL injuries and other sprains
  • Tennis elbow
  • Golfer’s elbow
  • Runner’s knee

Sports injuries are common occurrences that can sideline athletes and active individuals, preventing them from participating in their favorite activities. At Dr. Megan Mullin Physical Therapy, we specialize in treating sports injuries and helping athletes of all levels recover, rehabilitate, and return to play. Discover how physical therapy can be an effective and essential component of your sports injury treatment plan.

Comprehensive Evaluation and Diagnosis

When you visit Dr. Megan Mullin Physical Therapy for a sports injury, we’ll start by conducting a comprehensive evaluation to assess the extent of your injury, identify the underlying causes, and determine the most appropriate course of treatment. Our experienced physical therapists will perform a thorough examination, including a review of your medical history, an assessment of your symptoms and functional limitations, and specialized tests and measures to evaluate your strength, flexibility, and mobility.

Individualized Treatment Plans

Every athlete and sports injury is unique, which is why we create customized treatment plans tailored to your specific needs, goals, and sport-specific requirements. Whether you’re dealing with a sprained ankle, torn ligament, muscle strain, or stress fracture, our physical therapists will design a personalized program to address your injury, optimize your recovery, and prevent future problems. We’ll work closely with you to develop a plan that incorporates the most effective and evidence-based techniques, ensuring that you receive the highest quality care and support throughout your rehabilitation journey.

Hands-On Techniques

Our skilled physical therapists utilize a variety of hands-on techniques to treat sports injuries and promote healing. Manual therapy techniques such as joint mobilizations, soft tissue massage, and stretching can help alleviate pain, reduce inflammation, and improve range of motion. These techniques are performed in conjunction with therapeutic exercises, functional activities, and sport-specific drills to enhance your overall recovery and performance.

Therapeutic Exercises and Rehabilitation

Exercise is a fundamental component of sports injury rehabilitation, helping to strengthen muscles, improve flexibility, and restore optimal movement patterns. Our physical therapists will prescribe a personalized exercise program designed to address your specific injury, rehabilitate affected tissues, and enhance your overall function. These exercises may include strengthening exercises, flexibility exercises, balance and proprioception training, and sport-specific drills to simulate the demands of your sport and facilitate a safe return to play.

Education and Injury Prevention Strategies

At Dr. Megan Mullin Physical Therapy, we believe in empowering our patients with knowledge about their injuries and teaching them strategies to prevent future problems. Our physical therapists will educate you about the underlying causes of your injury, proper biomechanics, and injury prevention techniques, empowering you to make informed decisions and adopt healthy habits that promote long-term health and wellness. By understanding how to avoid common pitfalls and minimize your risk of re-injury, you can stay healthy, active, and competitive in your sport for years to come.

Physical therapy is not only effective for treating sports injuries but also for enhancing athletic performance. At Dr. Megan Mullin Physical Therapy, we specialize in helping athletes of all levels recover from injuries, optimize their physical capabilities, and achieve their performance goals. Discover how physical therapy can be a game-changer for athletes looking to excel in their sport.

Rehabilitation and Recovery

When athletes sustain injuries, whether minor or severe, physical therapy plays a crucial role in their rehabilitation and recovery process. Our experienced physical therapists are trained to assess the extent of your injury, identify underlying biomechanical issues, and develop personalized treatment plans to address your specific needs and goals. Through a combination of hands-on techniques, therapeutic exercises, and targeted rehabilitation protocols, we can help you recover from your injury, regain strength and mobility, and return to your sport safely and efficiently.

Injury Prevention

In addition to treating existing injuries, physical therapy is instrumental in preventing future injuries from occurring. Our physical therapists will assess your movement patterns, identify areas of weakness or imbalance, and develop personalized injury prevention programs to address these issues. By improving your strength, flexibility, balance, and proprioception, you can reduce your risk of sustaining injuries and enhance your overall durability and resilience on the field or court.

Biomechanical Analysis and Performance Enhancement

Physical therapy goes beyond injury rehabilitation to focus on optimizing your physical capabilities and performance potential. Our physical therapists are trained to conduct biomechanical analyses to assess your movement patterns, identify inefficiencies or limitations, and develop targeted interventions to address these issues. Through corrective exercises, sport-specific drills, and functional training techniques, we can help you improve your athletic performance, enhance your technique, and reach your full potential as an athlete.

Strength and Conditioning

Strength and conditioning are fundamental aspects of athletic performance, and physical therapy can play a key role in developing these qualities. Our physical therapists will design customized strength and conditioning programs tailored to your sport, position, and individual needs. These programs may include resistance training, plyometrics, agility drills, and cardiovascular conditioning to improve your muscular strength, power, speed, endurance, and overall fitness level.

Nutritional Guidance and Recovery Strategies

Nutrition and recovery are essential components of athletic performance, and our physical therapists can provide guidance and strategies to optimize these aspects of your training regimen. We’ll work with you to develop personalized nutrition plans, hydration strategies, and recovery protocols to fuel your body, support your training goals, and maximize your performance potential. By prioritizing proper nutrition and recovery, you can enhance your energy levels, promote tissue repair and regeneration, and optimize your recovery between training sessions and competitions.

Dr. Megan Mullin is a consummate professional and a gifted physical therapist. The wide array of healing modalities that she uses is inspiring and impactful. I cannot recommend Megan highly enough.

-Gail Straub, Empowerment Institute

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Dr. Mullin is extremely caring and kind. She listens fully and is attentive to your needs. Megan is truly gifted, intuitive & has helped me so much. She is delightful to work with and I actually look forward to my physical therapy appointments!

-Joan C., Patient

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Megan is a body wizard. She is also a student of the most cutting-edge
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working with Megan.

-David Gershon, Entrepreneur

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Take the Next Step

Whether you’re recovering from an injury, looking to prevent future injuries, or striving to improve your athletic performance, physical therapy can be a valuable asset in your training arsenal. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Megan Mullin Physical Therapy today and experience the benefits of physical therapy for athletes. Our dedicated team is here to help you recover, rehabilitate, and excel in your sport, allowing you to reach new heights of success and achievement.

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