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When injured athletes are kept off the playing field for several games, they are understandably eager to return to the game. Yet after successful completion of the required physical therapy programs, it’s unwise to jump right back into a training regimen.
Physical Therapy vs. Training
Basic physical rehabilitation helps patients safely return to their ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) without experiencing pain. Preparation for intense athletic training is a different story. For instance, if you had surgery on your knee, a physical therapist can help you gain the strength and mobility to walk without discomfort. The stretches and exercises utilized will not prepare you for sprints, squats and other high-intensity training that athletes participate in.
Post Therapy Rehab
The goal of post-physical therapy is to bridge the gap between corrective exercise and high-level gym activity. A sudden transition to even moderate training could easily aggravate the injury or cause it to reoccur. Oftentimes, athletes who return to training and competition too soon are right back in the trainer’s room for the same injury.
With post-physical therapy rehabilitation, athletes are gradually re-introduced to their chosen activities at a pace designed to prepare their bodies for the eventual return to high-intensity performance training.
Our therapists can also help athletes handle the anxiety that inevitably comes with returning to activity. Physical injuries also take a toll on mental state, causing doubt of one’s ability to perform, fear of a reoccurring injury or the realization of not being invincible.
Our therapy programs show athletes it’s possible to safely return to sports and even take their performance to the next level!
Before an injured athlete can get back in the game, physical rehab and transitional programs are necessary to ensure a safe return to their particular training.
To learn more about how Integrated Rehabilitation Services can help, contact us today!