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Fitness Injuries: Recover & Recondition With Physical Therapy
Unlock Your Athletic Potential with Effective Rehabilitation for Fitness & Sports Injuries: At PhysioFIT, we understand the frustration and setbacks that sports injuries can cause, impacting athletes' seasons, games, and even their careers. Whether you're an athlete, a fitness enthusiast, doing Crossfit, or just someone who enjoys staying active, our dedicated team of physical therapists is here to provide expert care and help you recover from injuries, regain strength, manage pain, and prevent future problems. Don't let injuries hold you back—schedule an appointment today and take the first step toward getting back in the game.
What You Should Know
According to the National Institutes of Health, the prevalent types of fitness injuries most often include:
Knee Injuries & Sprains
Shin Splints & Strains
Swollen Muscles, Fractures, & Dislocations
A proper diagnosis of a fitness or sports injury involves a thorough evaluation from a professional.
What are the Most Common Ways Athletes Get Hurt?
Depending on the nature of the sports activities in which athletes participate, they may face the possibility of encountering different types of injuries. The human body is subjected to unique stresses and demands during various sports, making certain injuries more prevalent in specific athletic pursuits.
By understanding the specific injury profiles related to their sports, athletes can implement targeted training strategies, adopt proper techniques, and seek professional guidance to reduce the risk of injury and optimize their performance on the field or court.
Ankle Injuries: Athletes who engage in activities involving frequent running are susceptible to ankle injuries. Rolling or twisting the ankle can lead to strains or tears in the connective tissues.
Pulled Muscles: Overusing tired muscles, especially after prolonged workouts or performances, can cause them to stretch or tear. This commonly occurs in various areas of the legs due to the constant running, jumping, and quick changes of direction required in most sports.
Shin Splints: Extended periods of running can result in inflammation of the muscles and connective tissues surrounding the shin.
Knee Injuries: A sudden twisting or improper bending of the knee can cause ligament sprains.
Tennis Elbow: Officially known as tendinitis, tennis elbow occurs when the muscles and connective tissues around the elbow become inflamed from repetitive use.
Hip Flexor Strain: The hip flexor muscles, located on the upper-front side of the thigh, play a significant role in lifting the knee towards the trunk and assisting in leg movements. Weakness or stiffness in these muscles can be caused by prolonged sitting or poor posture. Sports-related injuries to the hip flexors can occur during activities such as sprinting, running on inclines, and sudden starts and turns.
In addition to joint, muscle, and bone injuries, concussions have become a prominent concern in sports. A concussion is a traumatic head injury that may result in severe headaches, altered levels of alertness, or even loss of consciousness. It can occur when the head is struck by a moving object or hits a solid surface.
Concussions are among the most challenging injuries to manage in sports today, and physical therapy plays a crucial role in the multidisciplinary approach to their diagnosis and treatment.
If any of this information resonates with your current situation, we urge you to schedule an appointment with us immediately. Don't let hip pain diminish your life quality - allow us to help you embark on the path to relief today.
Please Note: The information provided on our website is intended for general education and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Each individual's situation and body is different. Therefore, what may work for one person may not work for another. We care about your well-being and advise you to reach out to us to discuss your specific needs before implementing any advice from our website.
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Performance Programming
What is Performance Programming?
At PhysioFIT, our Performance Programming is designed to take your abilities to new heights. Whether you are a seasoned athlete or just occasionally active We offer a comprehensive personal training program that focuses on enhancing your overall physical performance. From beginners to professionals, our customized approach ensures that your training aligns with your specific goals.
Our performance programming, aka performance coaching, encompasses a wide range of exercises that target various aspects of your level of athleticism, including mind-body connection, mobility, stability, strength, endurance, power, speed, agility, and overall performance. Through a very personalized combination of exercises, we aim to improve your strength, endurance, technique, and overall physical performance. Our expert team of personal trainers and physical therapists in Bend will work closely with you to develop a personalized program that caters to your unique body, abilities, and lifestyle.
With our Performance Programming, you can expect to see improvements in your physical performance, reduce the risk of injuries, and enhance your strength and overall mobility. It's not just for elite athletes but also beneficial for individuals of all ages and abilities who want to improve their health, maintain an active lifestyle, and unlock their body's full potential.
The Benefits of Performance Programming
Enhanced Physical Performance: Our Performance Programming is designed to optimize your fitness abilities and take your performance to the next level. Through targeted exercises and specialized training techniques, you can improve your strength, endurance, speed, agility, and overall physical performance.
Injury Prevention: Our program includes exercises that focus on building strength, stability, and proper movement mechanics, which can help reduce the risk of fitness-related injuries. By improving your body's resilience and addressing any muscle imbalances or weaknesses, you can enhance your ability to withstand the physical demands of your lifestyle.
Technique Improvement: Our expert trainers and physical therapists work closely with you to fine-tune your technique and movement patterns. By providing personalized feedback and guidance, we help you optimize your form, maximize efficiency, and improve your overall technique, leading to better performance and reduced risk of injuries.
Tailored to Your Needs: Performance Programming at PhysioFIT is customized to your specific body, abilities, and goals. We take into account your specific lifestyle demands, current fitness level, and any limitations or considerations you may have. This personalized approach ensures that you receive the most effective training plan that is tailored to your unique needs.
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Flexion-Intolerant Lower Back Pain in CrossFitters
Understanding Flexion-Intolerant Low Back Pain in Functional Fitness
Flexion-intolerant low back pain (FILBP) is a prevalent issue among individuals engaged in functional fitness activities, including CrossFit. This condition is characterized by discomfort or pain during movements that involve bending forward at the lumbar spine. Exercises such as deadlifts, kettlebell swings, rowing, toes-to-bar, burpees, and devil's presses, which require significant lumbar flexion, can exacerbate symptoms.
Mechanisms Behind Flexion Intolerance
The lumbar spine's intervertebral discs are particularly susceptible to flexion-related stress. Repeated or sustained forward bending increases pressure on the anterior portion of these discs, potentially leading to disc herniation or bulging. This can irritate adjacent nerve roots, resulting in pain that may radiate to the buttocks or legs, commonly known as sciatica. Individuals with FILBP often experience heightened discomfort during activities involving forward bending and may find relief in positions that promote lumbar extension. However, while stretches like the "prayer stretch" may provide temporary relief, they can potentially exacerbate the problem by repeatedly placing the lumbar spine in a flexed position, which may aggravate underlying issues over time.
Common lumbar extension exercises that may provide relief include the "cobra" pose, repeated cobra movements, and the backward phase of a Glute-Ham Developer (GHD) sit-up. These exercises encourage spinal extension, which can help alleviate pressure on affected discs and reduce pain.
Impact on Functional Fitness and CrossFit
Functional fitness and CrossFit routines frequently incorporate high-repetition, high-intensity movements involving lumbar flexion. For example, a typical workout might include a sequence of 21 kettlebell swings, 15 toes-to-bar, and 9 deadlifts performed in rapid succession. While this workout can be effective for increasing fitness in individuals without FILBP, it can place significant stress on the lumbar spine for those with this condition. When executed with improper form or under fatigue, such routines may provoke increased symptoms in the back or legs.
Conclusion
FILBP presents a significant challenge for individuals participating in functional fitness and CrossFit. Consulting with a physical therapist who understands weightlifting and CrossFit, and modifying workouts to reduce lumbar flexion, can be effective steps toward managing symptoms and maintaining fitness goals. Understanding the underlying mechanisms and recognizing the impact of specific movements on the lumbar spine are crucial steps toward effectively addressing this condition.
If you're experiencing any of these symptoms and cannot resolve them, give us a call to see how we can help
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