What Are Sports Injuries?
Injuries in sports can occur in a variety of ways, often from overuse, direct impact, or improper technique while playing. Common injuries include sprains, strains, and knee injuries, which can vary in severity. Depending on the type of injury, the impact on physical activity can range from mild discomfort to severe pain, potentially sidelining an athlete for weeks or even months. At UMG Physical Therapy in Columbia, MD, our physical therapists specialize in addressing these injuries, helping you recover with a customized treatment plan designed to get you back to your sport as soon as possible.
How Do Physical Therapists Treat Sports Injuries?
At UMG Physical Therapy, our physical therapists take a personalized approach when treating sports injuries. The first step in our treatment plan is to assess the injury thoroughly, considering the type of injury, the athlete's physical activity level, and overall health. For sprains or knee injuries, our treatment plan may include manual therapy, strength exercises, and range-of-motion techniques to promote healing and reduce pain. Depending on the type of injury, we may also incorporate advanced modalities, such as ultrasound or electrical stimulation, to speed up the healing process.
What Are the Benefits of Treatment?
Our treatment plans are carefully crafted to address each athlete's unique needs. Some of the key benefits of our therapy for sports injuries include:
- Faster recovery: A personalized approach ensures efficient healing, helping you recover more quickly.
- Improved mobility and strength: Our physical therapists focus on exercises that enhance strength and flexibility, particularly for areas prone to injury, such as the knees.
- Reduced pain: We use targeted techniques to alleviate pain during recovery, allowing athletes to stay active without discomfort.
- Injury prevention: Our treatment plans also emphasize correcting any imbalances or weaknesses that could lead to further injuries when playing sports.
- Gradual return to sports: Depending on the type of injury, we gradually increase the level of physical activity to ensure a safe return to your sport.
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Excellent! - My mom arms has been in pain for some time. Kevin was able to diagnose the problem and help with a treatment plan. Kevin has great bedside manners and is great at what he does! Would really recommend!!
Forever Grateful for Dr. Ung - My mother suffered a brain hemorrhage and all feelings and control of her left side were gone. She underwent a successful craniotomy and we were told the road to recovery would be tough. It was disheartening as my mother needed full help to even shift in her bed, to be held while sitting so she wouldn’t topple over, and she needed two people to lift her to use the bedside commode. Literally, she couldn’t lift a finger (her left side) and due to neurological issues caused by the hemorrhage, this affected her right side as well.In less than two months of working with my mother, Dr. Ung and other PT & OT helped my mother to become semi-independent. She was able to use a walker, walking short distances safely, and to take care of her basic needs, like using the toilet with little assistance. Dr. Ung was patient and compassionate and explained everything as he went along. It was truly amazing to see him work with my mother and the transformation was like magic! Thank you so much, Dr. Ung!
Highly recommend - I’m so grateful for Dr. Ung for helping my mom with her chronic knee pain. Despite the language barrier, he found a way to communicate clearly and make sure my mom understood what to do. He was patient with her and really made her feel comfortable. My mom’s pain has improved and she’s moving around much better now!
Awesome and will come back! - Dr. Ung treated me for my lower back pain and sciatica multiple times! I left with with way less pain and was able to walk and play sports again. Thank You
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Return to Your Sport with Confidence
At UMG Physical Therapy in Columbia, MD, we understand how frustrating sports injuries can be. Our team of experienced physical therapists is committed to helping you recover through personalized treatment plans that focus on your unique needs. Whether you're dealing with knee injuries or any other type of sports injury, our goal is to get you back to playing sports safely and confidently. Contact UMG Physical Therapy today to start your rehabilitation program and return to the physical activity you love.