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.
UMG Physical Therapy Reviews
UMG PT is top notch! They helped treat my hip injury I sustained during marathon training. I am no longer in pain and am ready for my race! They are super friendly and knowledgable. I highly recommend them! Thanks Kevin and Jeff!
Kevin and Jeffery are the most amazing physical therapists! They are extremely helpful, knowledgeable, encouraging, and genuinely fun people to be around. For the three months I was there, they helped me through various exercise plans and explained everything clearly and in depth every step of the way. I am so happy I ended up at their clinic and highly recommend UMG Physical Therapy. They’re the best!!
I have been in retail for approximately 20 years and started experiencing unbearable pain. During my annual physical my primary care suggested physical therapy. I have never done physical therapy before, and had no idea what to expect. I went and to my surprise before 6 weeks I was walking and working.pain free.In my opinion my 2 Therapists are well trained and knowledgeable in their field. Without hesitation I recommend UMG Physical Therapy.Dorine
⭐ Truly Life-Changing Care ⭐My mom had back surgery last year and struggled to find the right PT support. We found UMG by chance at urgent care, and it’s been a blessing ever since. Kevin, Stephanie (urgent care) and the entire team treat her like family, giving her one-on-one attention and encouragement that’s helping her walk and regain her strength again. We’re beyond grateful for the kindness, patience, and care they’ve shown—highly recommend UTG to anyone who wants a PT team that truly cares. ❤️
Very relaxing, and family orientated clinic. Good group of guys and got my hip moving and feeling better. Would recommend these guys!
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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.