Protect: Stop activity
Rest: Avoid stressing injury
Ice: As soon as possible, and until swelling subsides (for 20 minute max
sessions)
Compression: With bandage/tubigrip
Elevate: Injury above level of heart
Seek medical advice if the condition is serious
or the pain severe.
Sports injuries may broadly be divided into injuries due
to accidents and those due to overuse syndromes.
Acute soft tissue injuries due to accidents tend
to lead to swelling and inflammation. There may be damage to ligaments,
tendons, muscles or cartilage. Physiotherapy can help to reduce
the swelling and promote effective healing. Once healing is established,
we would work to maintain joint mobility, and restore strength
and stability.
Overuse Syndromes are often caused by poor biomechanics
(alignment) A detailed assessment will reveal these. The treatment
plan may include joint mobilisation, muscle stretching, exercises,
taping and orthotics. We may also need to modify your training
programme.
Disclaimer: Please note that the advice
contained in this publication is not a substitute for professional
advice.
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