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Prevent Sports Injury With Myotherapy

21/2/2018

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We’re a nation of sports lovers. One in five Aussies regularly participates in competitive sports, and many more engage in non-competitive activities. But with sports comes a risk of injury. The good news is, you can work to prevent injuries before they even happen. Let’s look at how myotherapy can reduce your risk of injury.
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Why prevention is better than treatment 
You might wonder why it’s smarter to put in the time and effort to prevent injuries, rather than just treating them. Here’s why:
  • Preventing injuries hurts less than having injuries!
  • You can keep up the sport while preventing injuries – but that’s not the case if you have an injury that needs treatment
  • The methods we use for preventing injuries can also enhance athletic performance
  • They can also help to prevent other injuries or conditions, making you a healthier person in general
  • Even if you do get injured, you’re more likely to recover quickly if you were in a healthy state prior to the injury
  • Injuries carry a risk of not recovering sufficiently or developing into chronic pain, which could take you out of your sport forever

They all sound like pretty good reasons to get yourself an injury prevention plan to me!


How myotherapy can help prevent sport injuries
Ready to stop injuries before they even happen? Myotherapy is a must-have therapy in your toolkit. Here are just some of the ways that myotherapy can help prevent sport-related injuries:
 
We explore the balance of your muscles – It’s a little known fact that most of us have imbalances between the muscle groups. This is particularly true in sportspeople, as they train the muscles they need, but often neglect other groups. The problem is, imbalanced muscles leave you more open to injury.
 
During your myotherapy assessment, we can check your muscles and spot any imbalances early. That way, it’s easy to prescribe exercises and stretches to correct the problem – BEFORE you get injured.
 
It helps with recovery after an intense training session – nobody likes being super sore after an intense training session. But using bodywork techniques and targeted stretching, myotherapy can help to loosen up tight muscles and mobilise joints. This can increase circulation to the muscles and boost recovery. So your soreness will fade in no time!
 
We can personalise at-home care to your needs – if you have any old injuries or muscle imbalances that need some extra TLC, myotherapy is there to help. Together, we’ll craft a care program to your needs that might include exercises to stretch and strengthen your muscles, and using self care tools like foam rolling, spiky massage balls or hot/cold therapy.
 
Taping can help to stabilise muscles and enhance performance – taping isn’t just for looks! It can stabilise muscles that may be at risk of injury. Plus it can help to enhance performance by supporting key muscle groups needed in your sport. So it can give you that real competitive edge for the big events.
 
Ready to get a tailored plan to keep you fit and ready for your sports? There’s no better time to organise on-going management for your body than today! Be sure to book in your appointment now.
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    Mel Hanley

    Mel is a Myotherapist based in Ferntree Gully.
    She's a nerdy, geeky bookworm who loves to help explain complex pain in an easy to understand way.
    ​She has a special interest in chronic pain conditions like fibromyalgia and Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, and more.

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  • Home
  • Treatments & Bookings
  • Pain and Conditions Myotherapy & Remedial Massage Can Treat
    • Bursitis
    • Fibromyalgia
    • Injury Prevention
    • Plantar Fasciitis
    • Pregnancy Pain
    • Rotator Cuff
    • Sciatica and Disc Injury
    • TMJ and Jaw Pain
    • Trigeminal Neuralgia
  • Meet Our Team
    • Mel Hanley
    • Emily Wells
  • Treatment Plan Packages
  • Frequently Asked Questions
    • What Happens In A Typical Myotherapy Treatment?
    • Myotherapy or Remedial Massage?
    • Dry Needling or Acupuncture?
    • Can I Claim with Private Health?
  • Patient Stories and Testimonials
  • Together Medical Family Practice
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